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Markley, Volland named 2017 4-H King, Queen
Tiffany Volland didn’t think she’d ever hear her name called while standing on stage for the Mahoning County 4-H King and Queen coronation.
Junior Fair members donate animal sale proceeds for new building
It’s getting a little cramped in the 4-H area of the Canfield Fairgrounds.
Valley animal activist helping with rescues in Texas after Harvey
Adoptable animals from Texas will soon be traveling to Ohio to make room for rescued animals that were lost in the flood following Hurricane Harvey.
Candlelight vigil tonight remembers those who died from substance abuse
An emotional, tearful and solemn candlelight vigil Thursday for 68 people who died of substance use disorder/overdose concluded the third annual Fed Up: International Overdose Awareness Day here.
Federal grant could help with Youngstown fire dept. crisis, but acceptance not certain
A federal grant would help offset the cost of hiring four city firefighters and significantly slow down the overtime crisis that threatened to cut back on personnel costs at a South Side fire station, fire Chief John J. O’Neill Jr. said.
Sherrod Brown explains anti-drug bills to Valley task force
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown stopped by the Mahoning Valley Law Enforcement Task Force for Overdose Awareness Day Thursday to discuss legislation aimed at stopping fentanyl from getting into the country.
High Octane opens second shop in Austintown
For High Octane Coffee founder Joe Sylvester, coffee has always played a role in a lifestyle centered on automobiles.
Prosecutors ask judge to exclude psychologist's report in Hamad murder case
Prosecutors are asking Judge Ronald Rice to prohibit attorneys for Nassar Hamad from using the testimony of an expert witness, psychologist Dr. James Reardon, to establish that Hamad acted in self-defense when confronted by five people who came to his home Feb. 25.
White House preparing $5.9B request for Harvey recovery aid
White House preparing $5.9B request for Harvey recovery aid
Youngstown spraying for mosquitos tonight on East Side
The city health district and Alexander's Pest Control will be spraying for mosquito control beginning at 7 tonight over wet, dense vegetation areas on the city's East Side.
Liberty police investigate man who was belligerent in quest for Viagra
Liberty police investigate man who was belligerent in quest for Viagra
Pa. cop accused of groping, forcibly kissing woman
Pa. cop accused of groping, forcibly kissing woman
Mattis begins sending additional troops to Afghanistan
Mattis begins sending additional troops to Afghanistan
Ohio sheriff: Body found after house blows during standoff
Ohio sheriff: Body found after house blows during standoff
Judge tells lawyers to finalize plans for Hamad trial in October
Judge tells lawyers to finalize plans for Hamad trial in October
Fed funds help offset Youngstown Fire Department station staffing, OT
Fed funds help offset Youngstown Fire Department station staffing, OT
Bond set at $1M for Trint Cellars in homicide case
Bond set at $1M for Trint Cellars in homicide case
Youngstown man flees, falls and receives drug charges
Youngstown man flees, falls and receives drug charges
Man convicted of using false name at Ohio jail to avoid prison
Man convicted of using false name at Ohio jail to avoid prison
Ohio newspaper editor becomes editor at Detroit Free Press
Ohio newspaper editor becomes editor at Detroit Free Press
Toledo upgrades raw water from Lake Erie to ’clear’
Toledo upgrades raw water from Lake Erie to ’clear’
US shutters Russia's San Francisco consulate in retaliation
US shutters Russia's San Francisco consulate in retaliation
Chief Wahoo protester charged with theft of grant money
Chief Wahoo protester charged with theft of grant money
Youngstown police make arrests for heroin and fentanyl
Youngstown police make arrests for heroin and fentanyl
Plug into Blitz Live presented by Flynn’s Tire and Auto Service: Week 2 rundown
Blitz Live presented by Flynn’s Tire and Auto Service — the best way to plug into Valley football as it happens.
Federal delegation visits Youngstown Air Reserve Station
Federal delegation visits Youngstown Air Reserve Station
US stocks jump after report of stronger consumer spending
US stocks jump after report of stronger consumer spending
Trumbull County OKs financial settlement with engineering firm over sewer work
Trumbull County OKs financial settlement with engineering firm over sewer work
Criminal investigation of Ohio State Fair accident concludes without charges filed
Criminal investigation of Ohio State Fair accident concludes without charges filed
Wells Fargo says 3.5 million accounts involved in scandal
Wells Fargo says 3.5 million accounts involved in scandal
Southern gasoline pipeline to shut down due to Harvey
Southern gasoline pipeline to shut down due to Harvey
Iraqi PM declares Tal Afar 'fully liberated’ from IS
Iraqi PM declares Tal Afar ’fully liberated’ from IS
Another felon running as write-in for Youngstown school board
Like Boles, Logan said he hopes to go to court to get the right to hold the office, if elected.
Canfield’s size critical in volleyball sweep of Howland
Canfield volleyball head coach Maria Householder said the Cardinals have something the program hasn’t possessed in years—height.
Canfield Fair grandstand concerts Mellencamp, Carter find common ground
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com John Mellencamp and Carlene Carter complemented each other
New start times for Youngstown students
As classes resume Sept. 5 for the district, students will be starting school at times different than last year
Prosecutor: Man fatally shot by Howland police wanted 'suicide by cop'
Trumbull prosecutor says officers had ‘absolute right’ to kill man in Howland parking lot
SPORTS DIGEST || Scrappers end trip with loss to Muckdogs
For the second straight night the Mahoning Valley Scrappers saw their offense held in check by Batavia Muckdogs’ pitching.
HIGH SCHOOL
HIGH SCHOOL SFlbBOYS SOCCER South Range 4, Crestview 3 EAST FAIRFIELD Brandon Youngs scored
Yoga session invites YSU students to try ... Namaste at the Fountain
It’s about finding yourself through your mind, body and peace
‘Wind River’ is chilling tale of revenge
By JAKE COYLE Associated Press For Taylor Sheridan, the West is still alive with frontier
Jury deliberates one hour before finding man guilty of murdering boy, 3
Hours into the interview, Harper confessed he used a wrestling move on the toddler called a piledriver that went wrong.
Chris Young readies next album
Staff report CANFIELD Chris Young will release his seventh studio album, “Losing Sleep,” on Oct.
MCO tax’s uncertain future looms over budget meeting
Gov.Kasich continues to shift the economic burden to local governments, commission Chairman Paul Gains says.
METRO DIGEST || Date rape survivor to speak tonight at YSU
Katie Koestner, a national expert on student safety and teen relationship culture, visits Youngstown State University at 7 p.m. today to talk about the importance of Title IX and federal mandates at universities.
Woman sentenced in Austintown prostitution case
The woman is the third to be sentenced on prostitution charges in connection with an Austintown massage parlor.
Murder victim served time in three separate cases
Lynch was found shot in a car on a South Side street in Youngstown.
Vindy Fair reporter finds a lot to crow about
Vindicator reporter Kalea Hall decided to try on the Canfield Fair’s iconic, 12-foot rooster suit and shuffle around the fairgrounds Wednesday, entertaining fair-goers.
Don’t drive pests inside your home Cool Autumn days
By Eric Barrett OSU Ext. educator Autumn is the time when the bugs are getting tired of the
After-school theater classes at Stage Left
Staff report LISBON Stage Left Youth Players is offering a month of after-school workshops
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 31
Today is Thursday, Aug. 31, the 243rd day of 2017. There are 122 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
West Side Cats needs volunteers for fall
West Side Cats needs volunteers for fall YOUNGSTOWN West Side Cats, 2217 Mahoning Ave., needs
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Close Encounters of the Third Kind — 40th Anniversary (PG) Cinema South: Fri.-Thu.
“The Night Shift” (10 p.m., NBC): In the season four finale, a massive shooting on a
“The Night Shift” (10 p.m., NBC): In the season four finale, a massive shooting on a nearby college
Blue Wolf Tavern, 1295 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; 330-726-1736
Blue Wolf Tavern, 1295 Boardman-Canfield Road, Boardman; 330-726-1736 Thu: Daddy-O and The Diva,
CAMPUS NOTES More college football from Wednesday
FLORIDA GAINESVILLE, FLA. Feleipe Franks will make his first career start on one of college
Diana’s tragic death spawned a web of conspiracy theories
Associated Press LONDON The fascination with Princess Diana’s life extends to her death. Not
DAILY fair SCHEDULE | Today to Labor Day
Free Daily Happenings Baby comfort station: next to building 22: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Antique
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Emily McAllen and L.J. Sutton, Youngstown, boy, Aug. 29.
MAHONING COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jeffrey G. White, 59, of 1110 Sharrott Creek Drive,
Harvey Houston sees hope, but threats still loom
Associated Press HOUSTON Harvey’s floodwaters started dropping across much of the Houston area
Insurers are mobilizing to help Harvey victims
By BETH BUCZYNSKI NerdWallet The nation’s insurance companies are preparing for an onslaught of
Not bees – yellow jackets!
Not bees – yellow jackets! A golden color is a honeybee. A bright yellow is a yellow jacket.
No Asian hornets in Ohio
Q. I found an Asian hornet. You should be warning people about these! They are terrible. It is all
Miss America hopeful flies self to site of pageant
By WAYNE PARRY Associated Press ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. For a while at least, Miss Vermont was far
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday McDonald school board, 7 a.m., special meeting, high school library, 600 Iowa Ave.
Lawn talk
Lawn talk Repairs to the lawn can still happen here in the valley. From thin stands to bare spots,
Clarion University enrollment grows
Staff report CLARION, PA. Clarion University is kicking off its 150th year with almost 100 new
labor day
labor day What’s open/closed A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local
Vegetable gardens, living plants, trees & more!
By Barb Delisio OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer CANFIELD This year at the Canfield Fair,
YSU wind ensemble in outdoor concert
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State University wind ensemble, directed by Stephen L.
Hike With a Naturalist
Hike With a Naturalist When: Saturday, 9-11 a.m. What: Discover this often hidden nature
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Carrie the Musical,SDRq by Milennial Theater Company. At Trinity Fellowship
Thiel College welcomes diversity in fall student body
Staff report greenville, pa. Thiel College welcomed one of its most diverse new student classes
The Playhouse raised the bar with 'August: Osage County'
Theater season typically begins at most local houses with a big, crowd-pleasing musical. But there
Grove City begins year with major campus improvements
Staff report GROVE CITY, PA. Grove City College begins the school year with 696 new students,
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1243.080.08 Aqua America, .71
MVSD's $5M rebate plan under scrutiny from state
Editorial: The judges of the Mahoning Valley Sanitary District Court of Jurisdiction have acquired an important
Trumbull County resolves another disputed sewer project
The county commissioners approved a negotiated settlement with a construction company that built a sanitary sewer project in Vienna Township in 2015
Company dismisses lawsuit filed against Lordstown power plant developer
Vienna Investments of Youngstown raised safety concerns about the proposed second power plant for the Lordstown Industrial Park
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Pentagon: US troop total in Afghanistan is larger
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Pentagon is poised to have roughly 15,000 U.S. troops in
Sheely's celebrates 65 years
Customers come to Sheely’s not to purchase any specific brand, but to purchase Sheely’s.
Breakthrough gene therapy cleared for childhood leukemia
Breakthrough gene therapy cleared for childhood leukemia WASHINGTON Opening a new era in cancer
25 years later, standoff at Ruby Ridge inspires militia groups
Associated Press SPOKANE, WASH. It’s been a quarter-century since a standoff in the mountains of
Trump order undermines rebuilding for floods
Associated Press WASHINGTON Two weeks before Harvey’s flood waters engulfed much of Houston,
Harvey knocks out more refineries
Hurricane Harvey is sending pump prices higher for U.S. motorists and causing temporary shifts in the flow of oil and gasoline around the world after taking down a huge chunk of U.S. refining capacity.
Cops probe accident
Cops probe accident NEW SPRINGFIELD The Canfield Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is
Trump rejects idea of talks with North Korea
Associated Press WASHINGTON True to form, President Donald Trump sowed policy confusion with a
Farmers declares cash dividend for 3Q
Farmers declares cash dividend for 3Q CANFIELD The board of directors of the Farmers National
Suspects in police shooting linked to stolen-vehicle ring
Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. Two women believed to be part of a stolen-car ring led
Springsteen extends Broadway concerts
Springsteen extends Broadway concerts NEW YORK The Boss plans to stick around on Broadway –
Yale leads silliness sweepstakes
Opinion: WASHINGTON Summer brings no respite for academics committed to campus purifications, particularly
AROUND THE HORN | Wednesday’s other MLB games
NATIONAL LEAGUE Cubs 17, Pirates 3 CHICAGO Kyle Schwarber hit two home runs, Ian Happ and
Don’t blame Trump
Opinion: By Susan Stamper Brown Cagle Cartoons Democrat mayors are making quite a name for themselves
Wednesday, August 30 (105 stories)
MVSD hires Cincinnati Water Works manager as chief engineer
After a search of more than six months, directors of the Mahoning Valley Sanitary District voted to hire Ramesh Kashinkunti of Cincinnati as its new chief engineer, effective Oct. 1.
Man killed at Howland Giant Eagle seeking to be killed by cops, prosecutor says
Trumbull County Prosecutor Dennis Watkins said Wednesday the final moments and the 20-hour buildup to the officer-involved shooting that killed Richard N. Latimer in the Howland Giant Eagle parking lot Feb. 7 suggest he intended “suicide by cop.”
Another felon running for Youngstown school board
Keland L. Logan, who is running for the Youngstown school board, is the second write-in candidate for that office to be a felon.
Mohip changes school start times to benefit students, parents
Different start times may prove better for both Youngstown City Schools students and parents.
Federal judge blocks Texas 'sanctuary cities' law
A federal judge late today temporarily blocked most of Texas’ tough new “sanctuary cities” law that would have allowed police to inquire about people’s immigration status during routine interactions such as traffic stops.
Namaste at Fountain offered preview of Nov. Namaste in the YO
Meditation and mindfulness was the mantra for students stretching by the fountain at Youngstown State University Tuesday afternoon.
Murder victim served prison time in three cases
A 22-year-old man who died after being found shot in a car Tuesday morning had served prison sentences in three separate cases, court records show.
Harper found guilty in 3-year-old's death after just hour of deliberations
A jury deliberated an hour Wednesday afternoon before finding Arthur Harper guilty of murder, felonious assault and child endangering in the death or Russell Cottrill, 3.
Mahoning budget commission ponders loss of state sales tax on Medicaid organizations
The uncertainty surrounding a revenue source that brought Mahoning County between $4 million and $5 million annually loomed large at a Wednesday meeting of the county’s budget commission.
Trump pushes tax overhaul to 'bring back Main Street'
Trump pushes tax overhaul to 'bring back Main Street'
Pentagon: US troop total in Afghanistan larger than reported
Pentagon: US troop total in Afghanistan larger than reported
Rollie Massimino, who led Villanova to '85 NCAA title, dies
Rollie Massimino, who led Villanova to '85 NCAA title, dies
Fentanyl drives another record year of Ohio overdose deaths
Fentanyl drives another record year of Ohio overdose deaths
HARVEY AFTERMATH | 10,000 more Guard troops to aid Harvey efforts
10,000 more Guard troops to aid Harvey efforts
Postal workers charged with taking bribes to deliver drugs
Postal workers charged with taking bribes to deliver drugs
Browns trade OL Cam Erving to Chiefs for fifth-round pick
Browns trade OL Cam Erving to Chiefs for fifth-round pick
Mail carrier credited with rescuing injured elderly Ohio widow
Mail carrier credited with rescuing injured elderly Ohio widow
Pa. man sentenced to 10 to 20 years in sword slaying
Pa. man sentenced to 10 to 20 years in sword slaying
Head of Ohio county housing authority suspended after search
Head of Ohio county housing authority suspended after search
Ohio inmate assaulted in prison has died, OSHP says
Ohio inmate assaulted in prison has died, OSHP says
Hubbard police ask public to help identify breaking & entering suspect
Hubbard police ask public to help identify breaking & entering suspect
Texans ready to head home to Houston after game canceled
Texans ready to head home to Houston after game canceled
Teen jailed after loaded handgun found at Ohio school
Teen jailed after loaded handgun found at Ohio school
Fiancee: Slain Ohio Lyft driver was saving for dream wedding
Fiancee: Slain Ohio Lyft driver was saving for dream wedding
Groups sue to protect Yellowstone bears as hunts anticipated
Groups sue to protect Yellowstone bears as hunts anticipated
Cut back: Browns release CB Joe Haden after 7 seasons
Cut back: Browns release CB Joe Haden after 7 seasons
US clears first 'living drug' for tough childhood leukemia
US clears first 'living drug' for tough childhood leukemia
UPDATE | Howland police officers cleared in shooting death at Giant Eagle
UPDATE | Howland police officers cleared in shooting death at Giant Eagle
Youngstown firefighters on scene at North Side fire
Youngstown firefighters on scene at North Side fire
UPDATE | Report from prosecutor details Howland woman's role in shootings
UPDATE { Report from prosecutor details Howland woman's role in shootings
UPDATE | New start times for Youngstown City Schools
UPDATE | Youngstown City Schools Adopt New Start Times
Stocks are mixed as tech companies rise and energy falls
Stocks are mixed as tech companies rise and energy falls
Man resists cops then spits out cocaine, report says
Man resists cops then spits out cocaine, report says
Man accused of hitting parked car fails sobriety test, police report
Man accused of hitting parked car fails sobriety test, police report
Source says Trump, Hill leaders to meet next Wednesday
Source says Trump, Hill leaders to meet next Wednesday
Tyreese Lynch, 22, is Youngstown's 13th homicide this year
Tyreese Lynch, 22, is Youngstown's 13th homicide this year
HARVEY IMPACT | Rice and Houston football teams remain off campus
Harvey keeping Rice and Houston football teams off campus
YWCA Youngstown receives $5,000 grant from Finnegan Foundation
YWCA Youngstown receives $5,000 grant from Finnegan Foundation
Felon files as write-in for Youngstown BOE
Four others submitted paperwork to be write-ins for the city board.
YSU looks for better defense against Pitt
The Penguins struggled to stop Pitt in Bo Pelini’s 2015 debut.
SPORTS DIGEST || Muckdogs defeat Scrappers
Remey Reed allowed just two hits over six innings, leading the Batavia Muckdogs over the Mahoning Valley Scrappers in a 2-0 win on Tuesday.
City, school leaders praise improved sidewalks to Taft
The improvements are part of the Safe Routes to School program, which seeks to build safer environments and encourage more students to walk and bicycle to school.
Browns could be looking to trade Haden
Cornerback Joe Haden’s bounce-back season might not happen with the Browns.
YPD trying to figure out timeline in abandoned child case
The child's mother is in the Mahoning County jail.
Video shows defendant confessing to hurting 3-year-old with wrestling move
“His head was down too far,” Harper said. Russell’s head hit the floor while they were “play rasslin’,” and Harper erred while using a wrestling move called a “piledriver.”
The best apps for craft beer drinkers
As a penny-pinching college student in the early-’90s, I was always on the hunt for deals. This
Pipe organist to accompany ‘Jekyll’
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The 1920 silent film “Jekyll & Hyde,” with live pipe organ accompaniment
Pam Grier is the original female action hero She’s still ‘Foxy’
By JESSE J. HOLLAND Associated Press WASHINGTON Even at 68, Pam Grier looks like she can
YNDC CHAMPION AWARD | Finalists
The winners of the Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corp.’s Neighborhood Champion Awards. Each
Crime exhibit on display at Lawrence County Historical Society
Lawrence County has been the home of many notorious crimes, especially unsolved ones.
Hurricane Harvey hurts another Vindicator
A Vindicator namesake in Liberty County, Texas, reports that its having a rough week.
Gates open today on 171st Canfield Fair
Tony Albanese of Columbus washes a game trailer in preparation for the 171st Canfield Fair. The fair runs today through Labor Day, Monday.
Horrors of Harvey bring lessons, omens for future
Editorial: Katrina. Sandy. Wilma. Andrew. Hugo. Ike. Camille. Agnes. Today, after five days of high winds
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Crestview school board, 6 a.m., buildings and grounds committee, superintendent’s
Overdose awareness event planned for Thursday
Candlelight vigil planned for Mahoning County OD victims
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Job-growth bills COLUMBUS State Sen. Joe Schiavoni of Boardman, D-33rd, recently announced a
With Labor Day weekend up next, the folks at wallethub.com have compiled a list of fun facts about
With Labor Day weekend up next, the folks at wallethub.com have compiled a list of fun facts about
Man busted in Austintown for soliciting sex online
Kejuan Jenkins of Columbus also is charged with possession of criminal tools
Man charged in Charlottesville beating arrested
Associated Press CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. A man charged in connection with the beating of a black
Free Daily Happenings
Free Daily Happenings Baby comfort station: next to building 22: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Antique
Most Harvey flood victims on hook to pay for home repairs
Associated Press NEW YORK Homeowners suffering flood damage from Harvey are more likely to be
Bad blood lingers in GOP as Congress ponders Harvey relief
Associated Press NEW YORK Republicans from New York and New Jersey are pledging unconditional
WRITE-IN CANDIDATES
These people filed as write-in candidates on the Nov. 7 ballot. MAHONING COUNTY YOUNGSTOWN
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
August auto sales expected to be up
August is expected to be the first month where auto sales this year increased over last year.
Ohio cop seen punching man had past complaints
Ohio cop seen punching man had past complaints EUCLID A white officer seen on video punching a
Six ways to build a better lunchbox to keep kids feeling full all day
Family Features Coming up with fresh ideas every day to keep kids’ lunches exciting is no small
Arrieta dominates as Pirates drop 12 of 17 games
Jake Arrieta continued his dominant second half with six innings of two-hit ball
HIGH SCHOOL ROUNDUP | Tuesday’s results
HIGH SCHOOLS VOLLEYBALL Cardinal Mooney 25-25-23-25 South Range 21-17-25-17 BEAVER TOWNSHIP
Delivery without drivers: Domino’s, Ford team up for test
Associated Press No ring of the doorbell, just a text. No tip for the driver? No problem in this
Big on flavor, big on burgers Big D's has it all
The old saying goes “Everything’s bigger in Texas.” In the Mahoning Valley, the saying should say “Everything’s bigger in Newton Falls.”
West Side library branch on schedule and under budget
Campbell fieldhouse to house temporary library branch
Experts say decision on Houston evacuations was complicated
Associated Press Houston’s mayor kept facing questions Tuesday about his decision not to order an
County bond ratings remain stable amid MCO tax uncertainty
Maintaining bond ratings is a victory, auditor says
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Brittany Littlejohn and Charles Pargo, Youngstown, boy,
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 30
Today is Wednesday, Aug. 30, the 242nd day of 2017. There are 123 days left in the year.
Defendant pleads guilty
Defendant pleads guilty YOUNGSTOWN The last of three adult defendants in the robbery of the
Start the school year with easy back-to-school dinners
Family Features / mccormick.com When the school bells start ringing, putting wholesome and tasty
No fire or fury, but muted Trump response to missile fired by N. Korea
Associated Press WASHINGTON So much for North Korea’s restraint. So much for President Donald
NFL roundup
DALLAS COWBOYS Elliott suspension hearing stretches to second day NEW YORK Dallas running back
Steelers pick up TE McDonald from 49ers
The Steelers acquired McDonald from the rebuilding 49ers on Tuesday.
Forecast offers hope for crippled Houston
Associated Press HOUSTON With its flood defenses strained, the crippled city of Houston
METRO DIGEST || Sharon teen shot, dies
Sharon teen shot, dies SHARON, PA. A 15-year-old shot Tuesday evening in the 700 block of Meek
Champion man indicted in April murder of Youngstown man near Warren apartment complex
Champion man indicted in April murder of Youngstown man near Warren apartment complex
Leader urges more weapons launches
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea North Korean leader Kim Jong Un called for more weapons
COLLEGE FOOTBALL NEWS & NOTES
GEORGIA BULLDOGS ATHENS, GA. Rodrigo Blankenship will be the starting placekicker when No. 15
TUESDAY’S OTHER MLB GAMES
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 3, Blue Jays 0 TORONTO Chris Sale and two relievers combined on a
Community volunteers given $1,000 for their work by YNDC
YNDC rewards community leaders, volunteers for their service
How do we check the power of mobs dominating social media?
Opinion: By Megan McArdle Bloomberg View James Damore, the author of the notorious Google memo, has had
Tuesday, August 29 (98 stories)
Vendors readying for Wednesday morning's opening of 171st Canfield Fair
By the start of this week, thousands of vendors lined the roads.
Felon files as write-in for Youngstown school board
Clarence N. Boles, who cannot hold elected office under state law because he’s a convicted felon, has filed to run as a write-in candidate for the Youngstown school board.
Jury views video of Harper's admission to wife he caused 3-year-old son's death
An hourslong videotaped interview at the Warren Police Department shows the moment when Arthur Harper told his common-law wife, Judith Owens, he was responsible for her son’s death.
State grant provides improved walkways for Taft Elementary students
Youngstown city and school leaders applauded the improved paths to school – specifically around Taft Elementary – a week before school starts.
Early morning shooting victim is Youngstown's 13th homicide of 2017
A man who was shot in his car just after midnight today and died hours later is the city’s 13th homicide of the year.
Police continue to chart how long abandoned baby left with friend
Police say they are still trying to figure out how long a woman who left a child at the police department had the child.
White Ohio officer who killed black driver won't face charges
White Ohio officer who killed black driver won't face charges
NKorea leader urges more missile launches targeting Pacific
NKorea leader urges more missile launches targeting Pacific
Volkswagen recalls 281K cars because engines can stall
Volkswagen recalls 281K cars because engines can stall
Downtown Youngstown streets closed for resurfacing have reopened
Downtown Youngstown streets closed for resurfacing have reopened
Woman charged with evidence tampering tied to Feb. 7 shooting
Woman charged with evidence tampering tied to Feb. 7 shooting
Analyst estimates United Airlines could take big hit from Harvey
Analyst estimates United Airlines could take big hit from Harvey
Pa. man granted retrial because of sleepy attorney admits guilt
Pa. man granted retrial because of sleepy attorney admits guilt
'The Elephant Man' playwright Bernard Pomerance dies at 76
'The Elephant Man' playwright Bernard Pomerance dies at 76
Coast Guard searching for 2 missing fishermen on Lake Erie
Coast Guard searching for 2 missing fishermen on Lake Erie
Champion man indicted in Warren murder of Youngstown man
Champion man indicted in Warren murder of Youngstown man
HARVEY AFTERMATH | Storm sets new US tropical rainfall record
HARVEY AFTERMATH | Trump aims to avoid disrupting Harvey recovery
Man busted in Austintown for soliciting sex online
Man busted in Austintown for soliciting sex online
'Piledriver' wrestling move blamed in boy's death in trial
'Piledriver' wrestling move blamed in boy's death in trial
Racist signs found taped to Virginia church's front door
Racist signs found taped to Virginia church's front door
GOP’s Josh Mandel targets act barring church politicking
GOP’s Josh Mandel targets act barring church politicking
Trump traveling to Texas for briefings on Harvey recovery
Trump traveling to Texas for briefings on Harvey recovery
Man charged in Charlottesville beating arrested in Georgia
Man charged in Charlottesville beating arrested in Georgia
New sidewalks around Taft provide safe route to school
New sidewalks around Taft provide safe route to school
Attorney says his client killed 3-year-old by mistake
Attorney says his client killed 3-year-old by mistake
Markets Right Now: Stocks dip after North Korea missile test
Markets Right Now: Stocks dip after North Korea missile test
18K Pittsburgh water users to boil water due to animal filth
18K Pittsburgh water users to boil water due to animal filth
REUNIONS
A & P will meet for its 31st reunion from 3 to 6 p.m Sept. 10 at Brentford House, 737 Myron Ave.,
Pure Cycle raises thousands for a number of charities
Pure Cycle Studios in Canfield began as a space for spinning classes, and has become a community of fundraising friends
Court filing for first time reveals that one of victims in Hamad murder case had a knife
Court filing for first time reveals that one of victims in Hamad murder case had a knife
Campbell’s ex-police chief pleads guilty to four misdemeanor charges
The charges pertain to misuse of a law-enforcement database.
Performance to include top Dana pianist
Staff report CANFIELD Local pianist Michael Nichols will be showcased in the McGuffey Historical
Elderly woman arraigned on burglary charge
A gray-haired woman with trouble walking remains in the Trumbull County jail after her arraignment Monday on a felony burglary charge.
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Girard school board, 4 p.m., high school library, 1244 Shannon Road. Mahoning
Youngs nets 100th goal plus 3
South Range senior forward makes history during Raiders’ defeat of Ursuline
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 29
Today is Tuesday, Aug. 29, the 241st day of 2017. There are 124 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Diabetes program
Diabetes program AUSTINTOWN The Mahoning County District Board of Health is offering the six-
Stocks are mixed as storm affects insurers and energy companies
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stocks finished little changed Monday as investors focused on
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Sheryl Crow: Tonight on
Report highlights issues across Appalachia region Growing health struggle
By ADAM BEAM Associated Press FRANKFORT, Ky. The 25 million people who live among the
US interior secretary urges mining ban near Yellowstone
Associated Press BILLINGS, Mont. U.S. Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke wants to speed up a
Lyft driver fatally shot, passenger wounded
Associated Press CLEVELAND Police say a driver for a ride-hailing service was fatally shot and
Baby dropped off at police department
Baby dropped off at police department YOUNGSTOWN A baby was dropped off Monday afternoon at the
49ers’ Reid resumes kneeling for anthem
Charlottesville rally, death are reasons he’s decided to protest again
Library offers fun yoga class Sept. 5
Library offers fun yoga class Sept. 5 salem Salem Public Library, 821 E. State St., will host a
Now at Whole Foods: Cheaper milk, ‘farm fresh’ Amazon Echo
Associated Press NEW YORK A half-gallon of milk was 50 cents cheaper at a Whole Foods in New
Onion eased wasp sting
Q. I was walking barefoot in my kitchen when I stepped on a wasp. I figured I was in trouble. I
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 28
Today is Monday, Aug. 28, the 240th day of 2017. There are 125 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Trump rolls back limits on military gear for police
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump has signed an executive order reviving a
HARVEY AFTERMATH: How, when, what to give
Associated Press NEW YORK Charities are stepping up their donation requests in the wake of
Justice Dept. faces tough questions over travel ban
Associated Press SEATTLE A lawyer for President Donald Trump’s administration faced tough
Oldest white supremacist site shut down after complaint
Associated Press BIRMINGHAM, Ala. The founder of the internet’s oldest white supremacist site
Harvey floods keep Houston paralyzed
Associated Press HOUSTON Floodwaters reached the rooflines of single-story homes Monday and
Poland school board hires interim assistant principal
Poland school officials honor softball world champions
HELPING HOUSTON
HELPING HOUSTON Locals can donate to these organizations to help those hit by Hurricane Harvey:
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Antonoff staying mum about Taylor Swift’s target in new song INGLEWOOD, Calif.
Gander Mountain store closes in Niles
Gander Mountain store closes in Niles NILES The Gander Mountain outdoor retailer in Niles has
With damages in billions, Harvey slams region’s economy
Associated Press DALLAS Flood damage from Harvey is likely to reach into the tens of billions,
Man accused of molesting minor pleads to endangering children
Prosecutors recommend a 180-day jail sentence
Testimony to begin today in trial of man charged with killing boy, 3
Testimony to begin today in trial of man charged with killing boy, 3
Kluber’s arm, Ramirez’s homers tame Yanks
Santana, Jackson also go deep as Indians capture fifth straight victory
Fire union, chief, try to stop reducton in personnel
By JOE GORMAN jgorman@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The head of the union representing city
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Greg and Erica Cook, Girard, girl, Aug. 27. Andrew and
Judges postpone hearing on MVSD refund of surplus funds
Judges postpone hearing on MVSD refund of surplus funds
Austintown saves money using energy-efficient lighting
Township police have trained several area businesses in for active shooters.
Clauss arraigned
Clauss arraigned WARREN Amy M. Clauss, 42, of Gretchen Drive in Howland was arraigned in
Phantoms’ Hall invited to prospect game
Three of the team’s affiliate players also have been chosen for next month’s CCM/USA Hockey All-American Prospects Game in Buffalo
S. Korea: North fires projectile over Japan
S. Korea: North fires projectile over Japan SEOUL, South Korea North Korea fired an
Suit overseen by Ohio judge who was shot is dismissed
Associated Press COLUMBUS The wrongful-death lawsuit brought by a man who shot a judge
Warren man sentenced to eight years in prison for overdose death of woman and fetus
Warren man sentenced to eight years in prison for overdose death of woman and fetus
Cantu’s double helps Scrappers to sweep
Cantu’s double helps Scrappers to sweep BATAVIA, N.Y. Ulysses Cantu hit a two-run double in the
Anarchist rampage renews free-speech debate
Associated Press BERKELEY, Calif. Hundreds of masked, black-clad anarchists who overwhelmed a
around the horn
around the horn Monday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Orioles 7, Mariners 6 BALTIMORE
Trump is a novice protectionist
Opinion: WASHINGTON Sooner or later, and the later the better, the president’s wandering attention will
Diana, 20 years later
Opinion: Just this month we’ve seen the passing of Glen Campbell, Barbara Cook, Dick Gregory and Jerry Lewis.
Sen. Portman takes aim at sex-trafficking portal
Editorial: 2Thus read a post last month on the classified advertising website Backpage.com. Local police
Dogs provide delight at Puppy Palooza
Spreading good vibes for the second week at YSU with Puppy Palooza
Chalk the Walk competition
A childhood sidewalk chalk throwback made its way to the Youngstown State University campus
Monday, August 28 (86 stories)
New Mexico officials: 2 dead, 4 injured in library shooting
New Mexico officials: 2 dead, 4 injured in library shooting
Interim assistant principal hired by Poland school board
Interim assistant principal hired by Poland school board
Austintown saves money using energy-efficient lighting
Austintown saves money using energy-efficient lighting
Union head, fire chief want to keep fire station fully staffed
Union head, fire chief want to keep fire station fully staffed
HARVEY AFTERMATH | More rain, more dead: Harvey floods keeps Houston paralyzed
More rain, more dead: Harvey floods keeps Houston paralyzed
Warren man sentenced to eight years in prison for overdose death of woman and fetus
Warren man sentenced to eight years in prison for overdose death of woman and fetus
North Korea fires missile over Japan in aggressive test
North Korea fires missile over Japan in aggressive test
Police seek ID of child left at Youngstown Police Department
Police seek ID of child left at Youngstown Police Department
ACLU sues President Trump over transgender military ban
ACLU sues President Trump over transgender military ban
Judges postpone Tuesday hearing on MVSD surplus funds
Judges postpone Tuesday hearing on MVSD surplus funds
Man gets 6 months for vehicular homicide for killing woman in mall lot
Man gets 6 months for vehicular homicide for killing woman in mall lot
Boardman woman faces drug, child endangerment charges
Boardman woman faces drug, child endangerment charges
Ex-Campbell chief Rauzan pleads to misdemeanors, his cop days are over
Ex-Campbell chief Rauzan pleads to misdemeanors, his cop days are over
Akron Mayor: Police chief quits amid questions about role in probe
Mayor: Police chief quits amid questions about role in probe
Chicago-area man on FBI most-wanted list arrested in Mexico
Chicago-area man on FBI most-wanted list arrested in Mexico
Man arrested after throwing bottle at cops at OVI checkpoint
Man arrested after throwing bottle at cops at OVI checkpoint
Federal agency OKs gas pipeline project fought by residents
Federal agency OKs gas pipeline project fought by residents
Homeowner's dog takes a bite out of crime; burglar flees
Homeowner's dog takes a bite out of crime; burglar flees
Trump rolling back limits on military gear for police
Trump rolling back limits on military gear for police
Markets Right Now: Stocks opening higher on Wall Street
Markets Right Now: Stocks opening higher on Wall Street
HARVEY AFTERMATH | Trump praises spirit of Texans as they cope
Trump praises spirit of Texans as they cope
Firefighters battle Princeton Avenue house fire twice
Firefighters battle Princeton Avenue house fire twice
WORTH A LOOK
ART SHOWS Buhl Day 2017 is seeking entries for this year’s art show. It will be a juried 2D
Missing macaw found 3 days after taking off from zoo exhibit
Missing macaw found 3 days after taking off from zoo exhibit
Ohio lawman congratulates ex-sheriff pardoned by Trump
Ohio lawman congratulates ex-sheriff pardoned by Trump
Making great strides
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Those who knew the late brothers Dave and Mike
CANFIELD FAIR DAILY SCHEDULE | Wednesday through Labor Day
Free Daily Happenings Baby comfort station: next to Building 22: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Antique
Smiles all around as Mayweather, McGregor savor fight
The Irishman lost the bout, but won millions of fans
Heritage Day celebrates all things Polish
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN D’Ella Heschmeyer of Liberty admitted that
Golf buddies memorialize LaRue Brown, 84-year-old murder victim
A plaque pays tribute to the slain Liberty resident.
YSU's Moot Court program ranks 6th in US
Youngstown State University’s Intercollegiate Moot Court program ranks sixth in the nation
SPORTS digest
Scrappers sweep Black Bears NILES Will Benson hit a two-run double in the eighth inning, leading
‘We carry guns’: Judges in spotlight after Ohio attack
By ANDREW WELSH-HUGGINS Associated Press COLUMBUS More judges are carrying weapons than most
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Samantha Nelson and Cory Wittway, Youngstown, boy, Aug.
Jerry Lee Lewis doesn’t get Country Music Hall of Fame snub
By KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Jerry Lee Lewis is one of the early
Trump’s survival strategy
Opinion: By Dick Polman Cagle Cartoons Donald Trump’s mounting assaults on the free and independent press
COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Joshua S. Knebel, 34, address confidential, and Julie
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Sunday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 1-under 69 to tie for
HOW TO HELP
HOW TO HELP The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance
AROUND THE HORN | Sunday’s other MLB Games
AMERICAN LEAGUE White Sox 7, Tigers 1 CHICAGO White Sox right-hander Lucas Giolito threw seven
Trump meets and tweets as Texas governor praises Harvey response
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump sought to showcase the federal government’s
Rosa Parks’ house may be returned to US from Germany
By DAVID RISING Associated Press BERLIN Section by section, American artist Ryan Mendoza
Top concert tours from Pollstar:
Top concert tours from Pollstar: vBeyonce; $5,735,568; $114.78. vBruce Springsteen & The E
AROUND THE NFL | Recaps of Sunday’s preseason games
Vikings 32, 49ers 31 MINNEAPOLIS Brian Hoyer had the San Francisco offense humming after
ABWA Tri-Gold Prime Time chapter installs officers
ABWA Tri-Gold Prime Time chapter installs officers
Whig-inspired Canfield Fair ages with grace & greatness
Editorial: These days the name Elisha Whittlesey won’t readily roll off the tongue of most Mahoning Valley
Trump can have a winning tweet
Opinion: By Mark Whitehouse Bloomberg View If President Donald Trump really wants to light up the
Marlon Wayans: Best emotion I can ever have is laughter
By GEORGE DICKIE Zap2It.com Q. Your character on NBC’s “Marlon” is described as an immature guy.
Authors of history book make stop in Valley AMERICA AT WAR
IF YOU GO What: “America Invaded” book signing with author Christopher Kelly Where: Poland
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Lowellville Village Council, 6 p.m., city hall, 140 E. Liberty St. Lowellville
Drug lowers heart risks by curbing inflammation
Associated Press For the first time, a drug has helped prevent heart attacks by curbing
MTV VMAs full of political moments; Lamar wins 6 awards
MTV VMAs full of political moments; Lamar wins 6 awards NEW YORK Kendrick Lamar was the king of
Police: Slab may hold remains of woman
Associated Press MILTON, PA. Investigators hope tests on a 3-ton hunk of concrete will solve the
Anarchists storm Berkeley rally, assaulting 4
Associated Press BERKELEY, CALIF. Black-clad anarchists Sunday stormed into what had been a
Sources: Expedia CEO to lead Uber
By TOM KRISHER AP Auto Writer DETROIT Two people briefed on the matter say Expedia CEO Dara
Afghanistan is now Trump’s war
Opinion: In his speech on Afghanistan, President Trump admitted something he’s rarely faced up to: Decisions
Trump: Canada, Mexico being ‘very difficult’ on NAFTA
Trump: Canada, Mexico being ‘very difficult’ on NAFTA WASHINGTON President Donald Trump is
Federal agency OKs gas pipeline project fought by some Ohio residents
Staff/ wire report CLEVELAND A federal agency has approved the construction of a high-pressure
CATASTROPHIC FLOODING HITS HOUSTON AREA
Associated Press HOUSTON Tropical Storm Harvey sent devastating floods pouring into the nation’s
State auditor’s office expresses concerns over MVSD refunds
State auditor’s office expresses concerns over MVSD refunds COLUMBUS The Auditor of State’s
Sunday, August 27 (93 stories)
Trump order to restore transfer of military equipment to local police
Former President Barack Obama severely curtailed the program
Polish festival in Austintown puts spotlight on heritage
A Polish dance troupe from Ohio performed at the event to mark its 50th anniversary
$2 billion NEXUS pipeline project through Mahoning Valley gets federal approval
The gas transmission line will traverse through Hanover, Knox and West townships in Columbiana County
Ohioan among new arrests from Charlottesville protests
An 18-year-old from Cincinnati has been charged with malicious wounding
Movie theaters across US record weakest box-office revenue in 16 years this weekend
'Hitman's Bodyguard' led the pack this weekend with a paltry $10.1 million in ticket sales
STORM UPDATE: Houston paralyzed by massive flooding from Harvey
Up to 50 inches of rain are expected in some parts of Texas from the tropical storm by Monday
Trump plans trip to storm-ravaged Texas on Tuesday; governor praises president's response
Trump convened a Cabinet meeting today on the first major national disaster of his presidency
Check out the winners in today's 11,000-strong Panerathon in Youngstown
Winners ranged in age from their early teens to their 80s
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave. will offer the following opportunities: Monday,
SENIOR CITIZENS
Lowellville Senior Citizens will meet for their annual summer picnic at noon Sept. 8 at Lowellville
Senior menu
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
GARDEN CLUBS
sunday Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown is hosting its 53rd Annual Horticultural Show at Fellows
County medical society honors Gem of the Year
County medical society honors Gem of the Year Poland Katie Altenhof was honored as the Mahoning
Fight night: Mayweather tops McGregor on 10th-round TKO
The fight ended with Floyd Mayweather Jr. won on a 10th-round TKO.
South Range romps past Springfield
The Raiders rocked their new house in a 37-14 victory over the Tigers.
Allegiant gone, now what
“There are a ton of airports that don’t have commercial service,” said Brett Snyder, founder of Crankyflier, an airline industry blog. “They can thrive on being local private airports.” Airport officials plan to continue working on getting commercial service for the airport and are in talks with another low-cost carrier. “
Canfield Fair celebrates yesterday, today and prepares for tomorrow
Gates open Wednesday for the fair's 171st edition.
Philibin scores late help Mooney to a draw
Cardinal Mooney and Bloom-Carroll played to a 2-2 draw Saturday.
YOUNGSTOWN STATE ROUNDUP
Plesingrova helps volleyball team win Eagle Championship MOREHEAD, KY. Marketa Plesingrova had
Pet owners, others gather to honor all types of pets, wildlife
“It was my idea to do something at which people could celebrate animals of all types,” said Crawford, who has a symbiotic relationship with her horse, Commander, an off-the-track thoroughbred, who seemed to sense Crawford’s brain cancer before it was diagnosed in December 2010.
Latino Heritage Festival enjoys new site
The fest continues from noon to 8 p.m. today in the park, just off Struthers-Liberty and McCartney roads. There is no admission fee, but attendees are encouraged to make donations. Funds will go toward scholarships to send two Latino high-school students to Youngstown State University, DeJesus noted.
SPORTS DIGEST || Benson HRs power Scrappers over Bears
Will Benson homered twice, driving in three runs and scoring a pair as the Mahoning Valley Scrappers topped the West Virginia Black Bears 4-1 on Saturday night.
43 years of Canfield’s Show of Bands
Canfield will once again host six other marching bands from area high schools for a night of performance.
MORE HIGH SCHOOL RESULTS
SATURDAY’S RESULTS FOOTBALL Canton McKinley 29, Warren Harding 7 CANTON McKinley won the
Hip check: Cavs reviewing Irving deal
The Cavaliers have some concerns about guard Isaiah Thomas’ health and are doing a “deep and thorough” review of the deal.
Campbell’s ex-police chief will likely keep his pension.
Rauzan, who was ultimately allowed to resign after originally being fired by the city, is expected to plead guilty Monday to four misdemeanor charges.
Big money bets roll in late on Mayweather
Associated Press LAS VEGAS The big money continued rolling in just before fight time at this
METRO DIGEST || YSU lot closed
Lot closed at YSU YOUNGSTOWN Beginning Monday, the F1 lot near University Plaza will be closed
ARMED FORCES DIGEST
ARMED FORCES DIGEST PUBLIC SERVICE Ordnance disposal tech does demonstration at Navy STEM fair
Sheriff’s drones quell standoffs, fight fires
Deputy Sheriff George Gartlic and Maj.William Cappabianca show off drones purchased by the Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office earlier this year. The drones aid in finding missing persons and conducting surveillance.
Museum of Ice Cream to open a 3rd location
Museum of Ice Cream to open a 3rd location SAN FRANCISCO After much anticipation, Museum of Ice
San Francisco claims victory after right-wing group shut out
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Protesters opposing a right-wing gathering in liberal San
IN THE CUP!
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one James Boyd of Warren aced the 110-yard No. 6 at Bedford Trails
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Group won’t show Browns games after anthem protest
Group won’t show Browns games after anthem protest STRONGSVILLE An Ohio Veterans of Foreign
Allegiant Air’s departure will hurt regional airport
Editorial: A year after the region was buffeted with the news that the first daily commercial air service out
CHRIS O’DOWD ‘Bridesmaids’ actor switches gears in ‘Get Shorty’
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES Those looking to spend quality time with Chris
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Abigail Crowe and Willard H. Leake III, Salem, girl, Aug.
New Castle YMCA to celebrate 150 years
new castle, Pa. In celebration of 150 years of service to the community, the New Castle YMCA will
Canfield Junior Women will sponsor Market on the Green
Canfield Junior Women will sponsor Market on the Green
Celebrity ambassadors help national service promote sites for its birthday PARKS 101
By BETH J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor How do you top a centennial? The National Park Service marked
AREA GOLF SCORES
AREA GOLF SCORES bedford trails golf course Bedford Beauties — Low gross: Julie Groop 39. Low
COLLEGE FOOTBALL ROUNDUP | Saturday’s games
Hawaii 38, UMass 35 AMHERST, MASS. Dru Brown threw a 7-yard touchdown pass to Metuisela ‘Unga
DAILY SCHEDULE
DAILY SCHEDULE Wednesday to Labor Day Free Daily Happenings Baby comfort station: next to
Harvey weakens, but more danger looms
Associated Press CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas Harvey spun deeper into Texas and unloaded extraordinary
Police try to catch flashing bicyclist
Associated Press DELAWARE, OHIO Police in a city outside Columbus are searching for a man who
TELEVISION Streaming paradox: Why viewers may miss the cable bundle
By TALI ARBEL AP Technology Writer NEW YORK The future of TV may well be a mishmash of
20TH ANNIVERSARY Princes William and Harry speak candidly about Diana’s death
IF YOU WATCH What: “Diana, 7 Days” Where: NBC When: Friday, 8 p.m. By DANICA KIRKA
CLEVELAND Second Icelandic airline plans service to Hopkins International Airport
Associated Press CLEVELAND A second Icelandic airline has announced plans to start flights next
Eloisa Luminiello to William E. Britton et al, Herons Blvd., Austintown, $220,000.
Eloisa Luminiello to William E. Britton et al, Herons Blvd., Austintown, $220,000. Steven E. Myers
How to save money on back-to-school supplies
Shopping for back-to-school supplies can send parents into sticker shock, according to Consumer
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Marketing conference YOUNGSTOWN Two local companies, TBG Digital Marketing and Incept, will host
Critics: Trump pardon his latest affront against judiciary
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s pardon of former Arizona sheriff Joe
A look at what didn’t happen this week
Associated Press A roundup of some of the most popular, but completely untrue, headlines of the
ON THE LINKS | Saturday’s professional golf results
NORTHERN TRUST OLD WESTBURY, N.Y. Jordan Spieth put together another back nine filled with
Today’s entertainment picks
Today’s entertainment picks v Paul Todd and Paul Todd Jr. concert for St. Vincent De Paul food
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL, MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS columbiana county new cases Darlene Sinsley v. Christopher McKinney et al, personal
Nonviolence week honors 'Hugs' activist, Vicars
Opinion: This is the talk of Ken Nwadike Jr. in and around the U.S. this year: “This man gave me a hug –
Stambaugh Fashion show is Nov. 1
YOUNGSTOWN Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., will host the 20th annual Stambaugh Auditorium
LOCAL GOLF CALENDAR Upcoming scrambles & outings
AUGUST Today — Sixth annual Fitch 76 & Friends Golf Outing at Lakeside Golf Course. Shotgun start
Restaurants use technology to nudge us into spending more
By CANDICE CHOI AP Food Industry Writer NEW YORK Restaurant chains are making it easier to
NRA has video message to ‘elites’
Associated Press ATLANTA The election of President Donald Trump and Republican control of
Saturday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 6, Mariners 3 NEW YORK Greg Bird reached base three times in his
Former Valley resident revises first book
Former Valley resident revises first book ATLANTA, GA. “From Tragedy to Triumph” by Christine
Homemade ‘ginger ale’ helps heartburn
Q. Decades ago, my father quite often made a glass of “ginger ale” after supper. It consisted of
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Boardman school board, 6:30 p.m., Center Intermediate School, 7410 Market St.
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Clinton: As Trump hovered on stage, my ‘skin crawled’
Associated Press WASHINGTON Hillary Clinton says Donald Trump’s pacing, hovering demeanor
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
ADVERTISING Cassidy Advertising & Consulting LLC hired Brian Lyons as the new account manager and
Carmella Marie’s ‘Let’s Talk Hair’ conference returns to Youngstown
youngstown Carmella Marie, a natural hair, beauty and lifestyle company, announces the return of
The 1880s-1890s marked the golden age of bell toys
Bell toys, a type of pull toy that had moving parts that rang a bell, were made in America just
Statue of rights leader rises as other icons fall in South
Associated Press ATLANTA The sculpted clay was dry and the bronze would soon be cast, but
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 27
Today is Sunday, Aug. 27, the 239th day of 2017. There are 126 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Zimmer leads Tribe over KC
His teammates call Bradley Zimmer “The Machine.” On Saturday night, the rookie was a flying one.
RUNNERS, TO YOUR MARKS … Upcoming races & walks
SEPTEMBER 16 — Run with the Knights 5K & 1 Mile Fun Walk at St. Charles Church, Route 224 in
Not so fast on a ban on pet boa constrictors
Opinion: Not so fast on a ban on pet boa constrictors I agree with Jennifer O’Connor of PETA (Letter of
Clouds darken over YSU
Opinion: By the time a mediator’s fact-finding report is in the hands of labor-contract negotiators for
Tolzien’s long drives lead Colts past Steelers
Pittsburgh starters engineered a field goal in two drives
ON THE TRACKS Saturday’s auto racing results and updates
BELGIAN GP SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS, BELGIUM Lewis Hamilton has equaled Michael Schumacher’s Formula
Torn ligament sidelines Pats’ Edelman
FOXBOROUGH, MASS. New England Patriots star wide receiver Julian Edelman will miss the 2017 season
Cole makes history in Pirates’ victory
On his 10th try, Gerrit Cole finally beat the Cincinnati Reds. And he pretty much had to do it by himself.
Strait, Parton, Campbell receive honors
The country music community honored the late Glen Campbell during the 11th annual Academy of Country Music Honors in Nashville, Tenn., following his death this month at the age of 81.
Stop the beer barons
Opinion: By Chuck Collins OtherWords Next time you reach for a cold beer on a hot summer day, you’ll have
Teaching, learning are priorities
Opinion: Youngstown City School students will return to classes Sept. 5 this year, and there will be some
Saturday, August 26 (61 stories)
Animals, art celebrated today on Warren's Courthouse Square
Sydney Votino loves birds. The 10-year-old brought her green cheeked conure talking parrot to Saturday’s All About Animals Art Show and Celebration in Courthouse Square in downtown Warren.
Latino fest's move was perfect timing
The move for the popular festival to Campbell has brought people from Pennsylvania while avoiding the construction closures on some of Youngstown's main thoroughfares.
Cincinnati Zoo’s baby hippo to star in Facebook video series
The Cincinnati Zoo says its popular baby hippo will star in an internet video series
Boardman’s O’Horo and Forte show skills in opener
Boardman showed it was ready to dominate this season by taking down East in their opening game
YSU survey: 46 percent of faculty less optimistic
Lower scores on a university satisfaction survey aren’t negative, but merely more accurate, a Youngstown State University official said
Portman, local officials discuss ways to fight human trafficking
Senator and local leaders, law enforcement discuss ways to fight human trafficking
Struthers defense locks down Liberty
The Leopards didn’t run one offensive play in the third quarter.
Congressman Ryan reaches Youngstown teachers
Practicing social-emotional learning in the classroom is what will transform schools for the better, said U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Howland, D-13th.
Campbell’s Brown breaks up Valley Christian’s last pass to save game
Campbell had already given up one big play in the fourth quarter, but the Red Devils weren’t about to give up two.
Boardman officials plan safety services memorial at new fire station
Memorial at Boardman fire station will honor local police and fire, and 9/11 victims
Independent Niles shop is all about books
The Niles establishment specializes in used and new paperbacks, – and writing classes.
PREP FOOTBALL roundup
Cardinal Mooney 21, Cleveland Heights 12 CLEVELAND Antonio Page rushed for 208 yards and passed
Rape conviction extends sentence to 10 years
A man who raped a 13-year-old girl, who became pregnant as a result of the incident, will be off the streets for 10 years.
METRO DIGEST || Animal art show
The All About Animals Art Show and Celebration will be on Courthouse Square from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. today.
METRO DIGEST || Awaiting extradition of suspect from Fla.
Awaiting extradition of suspect from Fla. HUBBARD Police are awaiting extradition of a suspect
Allegiant pulling out of Y-W Regional in January
Allegiant Airlines announced Friday that it would be removing their flights from Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport on Jan.4. The company blamed decline in passengers. January through July passenger figures show a decline of 39 percent in the past year.
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: To be announced.
Mistakes are costly for Fitch in defeat
The Falcons will wonder what could have been after a couple of missed opportunities cost them.
Ox roast
Ox roast Poland The New Middletown Farmers and Sportsmen’s Club, 3341 E. Calla Road, will have a
National-security aide Gorka leaves White House
National-security aide Gorka leaves White House WASHINGTON White House national security aide
A cool time of year
As though televised football games aren’t evidence enough, when I reached for a hoodie Thursday
AROUND THE HORN | Friday’s Major League Baseball games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Indians 4, Royals 0 CLEVELAND Ryan Merritt didn’t look like a rookie ,
Trails to rails for birders, hunters
It’s impossible to prove a negative, but not finding something does not prove it is absent. For
MORE PREP RESULTS FROM FRIDAY
FRIDAY’S RESULTS BOYS SOCCER Maplewood 14, Bristol 0 CORTLAND Tommy Rink scored eight goals
washington Trump pardons ex-Ariz. sheriff
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump spared his ally former Sheriff Joe Arpaio a
Trump setting records for low presidential approval
Associated Press WASHINGTON Donald Trump started as the most unpopular new president in the
VW engineer gets prison
Associated Press DETROIT A Volkswagen engineer who had a key role in the company’s diesel
Ground game, front seven lifts Howland over Lakeview
It was all about the run for the Howland Tigers in a season opener Friday night at Richard Lombardo Stadium.
McGregor vows to stop Mayweather in second round
Floyd Mayweather weighed in at a trim 149 1/2 pounds Friday for his boxing showdown with Conor McGregor, who also made weight at 153 pounds.
ON THE LINKS | Friday’s professional golf results
NORTHERN TRUST OLD WESTBURY, N.Y. Two swings cost Dustin Johnson the lead, and it wasn’t long
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Ashley Babcock and Brandon Olson, Hubbard, boy, Aug. 24.
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Friday: Six birdies, including four on the back nine, helped the Warren JFK graduate shoot a 69 in
Tasteless mockery of trailer- park life
Opinion: By Brooke Binkowski Los Angeles Times (TNS) A new restaurant has opened in San Diego’s tony
McDonald takes control against Brookfield with long march
The Blue Devils’ Alex Cintron and Josh Celli combined for 273 rushing yards.
Focusing on art, not its impact ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’
By JOSEPH LONGO Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) A deafening, auto-tuned voice screeches
Murry is chairman of committee against racism
Murry is chairman of committee against racism YOUNGSTOWN The United States Conference of
‘Wonder Woman’ director slams Cameron’s criticism
‘Wonder Woman’ director slams Cameron’s criticism LOS ANGELES The director of “Wonder Woman”
Victorian Players changes name, announces season
Staff report The Victorian Players has announced that the theatre group is changing its name to
Trump wearing out his welcome in many venues at home, abroad
Opinion: By Albert R. HUNT Bloomberg View President Bill Clinton went to Oklahoma City after a terrorist
SPORTS digest
Scrappers edge Bears after wild pitch in 5th NILES Jonathan Laureano scored the decisive run on
Taylor Swift releases new song
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK You can finally shake it off: Taylor Swift has
Harvey slams Texas coast
Associated Press CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas Hurricane Harvey smashed into Texas late Friday, lashing
Historians warn against rushing to take down statues
Associated Press NEW YORK It’s not just about Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson. The
N. Korea fires three missiles; US says tests fail
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea Three North Korea short-range ballistic missiles failed
Pope Francis inspires Iowa church to use solar energy
Associated Press NORWALK, IOWA Church leaders in central Iowa are turning to solar power for
Nancy Kearns Morris blazed trail of community leadership
Editorial: Those attending today’s memorial service at St. John Episcopal Church in Youngstown for Nancy
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HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION — Ohio: Call 800-WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: 814-432-3187.
Soft drinks don’t ‘feed the world’
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords Coca-Cola has a new ad in which a young girl wishes to grow a
Flawed Aghanistan plan
Opinion: New York Times: If there is a compelling case to be made for deepening the United States military
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Airport officials dispute date of notice that Allegiant is leaving in Jan.
Allegiant Air told a Youngtown-Warren Regional Airport official Aug. 18 that the airline planned to end service at the airport, but that fact was kept from the public and most local government leaders until Friday.
Sen. Portman leads discussion with local officials, FBI on human trafficking
U.S. Sen. Rob Portman, a Cincinnati-area Republican, visited the Valley today to talk about a topic that local law enforcement and health-care professionals agree is a worsening problem: human trafficking.
Boardman plans memorial to safety-service workers
Township officials have plans for another project on the Market Street property where a new fire station is being built.
Social-emotional learning key to transforming schools, Rep. Tim Ryan tells teachers
Practicing social-emotional learning in the classroom is what will transform schools for the better, U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Howland, D-13th, told Youngstown City Schools educators today.
Niles bookstore remains hidden jewel for readers
A small storefront in Niles is a bastion of the printed word.
Rapist of 13-year-old gets 3 more years in prison
A man who raped a 13-year-old girl, who became pregnant as a result of the incident, will be off the streets for 10 years.
North Korea tests three failed missiles: Whiz, Bang and Fizz
North Korea tests three failed missiles: Whiz, Bang and Fizz
Trump pardons ex-sheriff convicted of defying judge’s order
Trump pardons ex-sheriff convicted of defying judge’s order
Canfield schools spray for mosquitoes as a precaution
Canfield schools spray for mosquitoes as a precaution
Missing Hubbard teen found in Florida, man in custody
Missing Hubbard teen found in Florida, man in custody
Man arraigned after Campbell police say he broke child’s wrist
Man arraigned after Campbell police say he broke child’s wrist
Police say heroin found pre-packaged for sale in Niles
Police say heroin found pre-packaged for sale in Niles
UPDATE | Allegiant denies airport officials blindsided by service cut
UPDATE | Allegiant denies airport officials blindsides by service cut
City firefighters extinguish Judson Avenue house blaze
City firefighters extinguish Judson Avenue house blaze
Portion of SR 46 closed after truck leaves the road
Portion of SR 46 closed after truck leaves the road
East Side Crime Watch hosts food, clothing giveaway until noon today
East Side Crime Watch hosts food, clothing giveaway until noon today
CLUB CALENDAR
associations American Association of University Women of Youngstown will be resuming meetings for
Salem’s Trolley Ghost Tour is Saturday
Salem’s Trolley Ghost Tour is Saturday salem The Salem Historical Society offers the Trolley
TEXAS HURRICANE | Rockport, Texas, officials hearing reports of damage
TEXAS HURRICANE | Rockport, Texas, officials are receiving reports of damage.
Rulli Bros. grocer running as a Republican for Ohio Senate
Two Democrats are mulling bids for the seat.
Boardman police nab Rite Aid robbery suspect
Two pharmacists told police the robber handed over a note saying he had a gun and wanted 10 real suboxone.
SPORTS DIGEST || Indians’ Tomlin set for Scrappers game
Niles - Cleveland Indians pitcher Josh Tomlin will make a rehab appearance tonight at Eastwood Field when the Mahoning Valley Scrappers take on the West Virginia Black Bears.
Shooting death interrupts peaceful neighborhood
The Fairview Gardens mom said her kids had just come in from playing where the young woman was killed.
Judge convinces defendant to keep his attorney
Bryant Murphy intent on going to trial on charges of assaulting a prison guard
Program presents resources, services for area seniors
Services offered include caregiving, home repairs, medication management, elder fraud and fire safety.
Four people arrested after Boardman woman reports gun threat
Boardman police seize gun, 12.8 grams of cocaine on Cook Avenue call
METRO DIGEST || Kids taken from home
An East Side drug raid failed to turn up drugs but did reveal children living in conditions authorities called “deplorable.”
Zac Brown Band, Y Live sweep Valley off its feet
"Thanks for letting us break the seal on this place," three-time Grammy award-winning Zac Brown Band shouted to a record-breaking crowd of nearly 17,000 at YSU's Stambaugh Stadium for what organizers hope will be just the first of many annual Y Live concerts, and eventually, a "multi-day, must-see music festival."
Indians batter BoSox in battle of No. 1s
Red Sox ace Chris Sale was battered while matching the shortest start of his career
WASHINGTON | Trump lays into GOP over debt ceiling, health law
Associated Press WASHINGTON Fanning the flames of GOP discord, President Donald Trump accused
NFL PRESEASON roundup
Panthers 24, Jaguars 23 JACKSONVILLE Cam Newton was perfect in his preseason debut. Seeing live
THURSDAY ON THE LINKS Professional golf results
NORTHERN TRUST OLD WESTBURY, N.Y. Golf hasn’t felt this easy to Dustin Johnson since he was
AROUND THE HORN Thursday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Tigers 10, Yankees 6 DETROIT Detroit slugger Miguel Cabrera and Yankees
Growing opiate epidemic in need of quick response
Editorial: When it comes to making a dent in the deadly opiate epidemic that stubbornly continues to spiral
Jennifer Bennett, Matthew Baird to exchange vows
North Lima Jennifer Bennett and Matthew E. Baird, both of North Lima, are announcing their
Aug. 16
Aug. 16 Menacing: A Lyon Boulevard man said he had been threatened, and that someone trespassed on
Austintown library hosts board game event
The Austintown library had an event for teenagers and adults to play strategy board games in their meeting room on Aug. 12.
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, food giveaway
Hostage situation ends in Charleston after gunman shot
Associated Press CHARLESTON, S.C. A fired dishwasher shot and killed a chef and held a person
Looking for some cool music to listen to tonight? Here are some options:
Looking for some cool music to listen to tonight? Here are some options: v “Limoncello,” 4-7 p.m.:
Search ends for McCain missing
Associated Press SINGAPORE The U.S. Navy on Thursday called off the search at sea for sailors
Massachusetts hospital worker claims record lottery jackpot
Associated Press BRAINTREE, Mass. A 53-year-old Massachusetts hospital worker stepped forward
Youngstown State University Department of Theatre, Dance announces 2017-18 schedule
Staff report Youngstown The Youngstown State University Department of Theatre and Dance has
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 1-over 71 to tie
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Boardman school board, 8 a.m., work session, superintendent’s conference room,
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Jason and Shelby Camerlengo, Brookfield, boy, Aug. 23.
Film blends ‘Cinderella’ and ‘Flashdance’ ‘LEAP!’ SETS LOW BARRE
REVIEW ‘LEAP’ Voice cast: Elle Fanning, Nat Wolff, Carly Rae Jepsen Rating: PG for “some
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: vShaker Woods Festival, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Over 200 crafters and
Sears to close more stores
Associated Press NEW YORK Sears continued to struggle in its second quarter with declining sales
‘Cheers’ actor, radio host Jay Thomas dies of cancer at 69
‘Cheers’ actor, radio host Jay Thomas dies of cancer at 69 LOS ANGELES Jay Thomas, a radio talk
columbus Condemned Ohio killer of 2 wants September execution postponed
Associated Press COLUMBUS A condemned killer scheduled to die in less than a month is
Facing 20 counts
Facing 20 counts YOUNGSTOWN A Campbell man whose Deavitt Avenue home was searched as part of a
MAHONING COUNTY | INDICTMENTS
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people Thursday: Tommy Grant, 23, Tracy Lane,
Abercrombie reports a narrower loss
Associated Press NEW YORK Abercrombie & Fitch Co. reported a narrower second-quarter loss
More evacuations as Hurricane Harvey bears down on Texas
Associated Press HOUSTON Harvey intensified into a hurricane Thursday and steered for the Texas
Music at Noon returns to Butler
Staff report Youngstown The Dana School of Music’s Music at Noon concerts for the upcoming fall
Racism in the spotlight
Opinion: By Germine Awad The Dallas Morning News President Donald Trump’s slowness to condemn the
Trump’s stance on monuments a giant leap across illogical chasm
Opinion: Vindicator Politics Writer David Skolnick’s column will return next week. By Tom Mackall Special
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Appreciation day YOUNGSTOWN Second Harvest Food Bank will have a Volunteer Appreciation Day from
Raenell Hannis | Jonathan Creighton
Columbus The Ohio Village Church, Columbus, provided the setting Dec. 3, 2016, for the 3:30 p.m.
Motorcycle run raises money for animals
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Motorcyclists revved their engines on July 16
Kindergartners get a lesson in safety
A record number of 111 in-coming Canfield Local Schools kindergarten students attended Kindergarten Safety Day sponsored by Canfield PTO on Aug. 19.
Little Bulldogs prepare for 2017 season with new gear and more
The Poland Little Bulldogs are geared up for the 2017 football season. The Little Bulldogs are
Poland Sports Briefs
Neighbors Blitz to feature middle school football and younger Football season is on the horizon
Boardman Sports Briefs
Neighbors Blitz to feature youth football Football season is on the horizon and Neighbors needs
Boardman Community Briefs
Friendly Squares to have demonstration at Canfield Fair The Niles Friendly Squares will be
Adults work on their art at Poland library
By ZACK SHIVELY zshively@vindy.com Adults worked on paintings in Poland library on Aug. 15 during
Marietta Gallo, Daniel Monroe are engaged
Youngstown Marietta Gallo and Daniel Monroe, both of Youngstown, are announcing their engagement.
Poland wins World Series crown
By Codie Talley CTalley@vindy.com For the Poland 13-14 softball team, jumping on teams early and
Children showcase creativity at art camp
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Wonderstruck Artisan Market and Classes hosted a
Austintown Sports Briefs
Girls tennis falls to Austintown The girls varsity tennis team at Austintown Fitch High School
Motorcycle run raises money for animals
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Motorcyclists revved their engines on July 16
Engineering program brings creativity into science
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children engaged in an Engineering
McFarland, Sobinovsky plan fall wedding
NEW MIDDLETOWN The parents of Emily McFarland, Poland, are announcing the engagement of their
Children learn lessons about agriculture with classic tale
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Fellows Riverside Gardens hosted its monthly
CHS cheerleaders host annual Kiddie Cheer Camp
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield cardinal spirit reached to the rafters of the high
Carnival open house promotes fun and learning
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Hitchcock Woods Early Learning Center hosted
POLICE BLOTTER
Aug. 12 Arrest: David Johnson, 19, of Tyrell Street, Youngstown, faces a breaking-and-entering
Residents at The Blackburn Home have special day at library
Residents of The Blackburn Home enjoyed a special day in the neighborhood on Aug. 1.
Austintown Community Briefs
Band night to be Aug. 28 Austintown Fitch Falcon Stadium, located at 4560 Falcon Dr. in
Fun for families and furry friends at pooch party
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Austintown library hosted a Pooch-a-Palooza
Poland Community Briefs
Friendly Squares to have demonstration at Canfield Fair The Niles Friendly Squares will be
Locals showcase special talents at show
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Purple Cat Productions hosted their first ever
Canfield Sports Briefs
Girls golf takes second The Canfield High School girls golf team recently played in the Ashland
Snake celebrates 20th birthday at event
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The rat snake at Ford Nature Center celebrated
Canfield Community Briefs
Singers for worship service welcomed As has occurred for many years, on the Sunday morning of the
Art camp offers children opportunity express creativity
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Wonderstruck Artisan Market and Classes hosted a
Snake celebrates birthday with special guests
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The rat snake at Ford Nature Center celebrated
Boardman hosts solar eclipse viewing at Spartan Stadium
Boardman invited the community to watch the solar eclipse together at Spartan Stadium through protective eye glasses or on the jumbotron on Aug. 21.
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Husband of woman killed in mall parking lot 'disgusted' with Mahoning judicial system
Family members of a woman killed in November, when she was run over in a mall parking lot in Boardman, say they have received barely enough notice for a sentencing date of the man accused in her death.
Services for seniors detailed at annual Liberty breakfast
Plenty of resources and services are available to ensure Liberty Township’s senior citizens stay safe and have essential needs met, but the overriding thrust behind a seven-year program for those purposes can be distilled to one goal: helping them feel empowered.
Judge D'Apolito convinces inmate not to represent himself on new charges
Bryant Murphy came into Mahoning County Common Pleas Court this morning intent on representing himself, but Judge Anthony M. D’Apolito convinced him to keep his lawyer.
Arrest in robbery of addiction drug from Boardman pharmacy
Township police arrested a suspect wanted in a robbery in which a man demanded that pharmacists give him a medication that treats opioid addiction, according to a police report.
4 arrested after caller reports threats on her life
Four people face charges after township police were dispatched to a Cook Avenue apartment in reference to “multiple suspects threatening to shoot the caller,” according to a police report.
After 80 shots fired, Warren mother prays there's no more
A mother of five says she had just brought her kids in from playing in back of her Fairview Gardens apartment building Saturday night when gunfire erupted.
ZAC BROWN BAND | Crowd goes wild as the band hits the stage
Numerous people at the show have noted that they often drive to the Pittsburgh and Cleveland areas for concerts, and it's nice that they didn't have to drive far away for this show.
Youngstown schools parents stuff backpacks with supplies
Youngstown schools parents stuff backpacks with supplies
Wells Fargo wants lawsuits tossed in favor of arbitration
Wells Fargo wants lawsuits tossed in favor of arbitration
Plug into Blitz Live presented by Flynn’s Tire and Auto Service: Week 1 rundown
Blitz Live presented by Flynn’s Tire and Auto Service — the best way to plug into Valley football as it happens.
Mayor: Charleston shooter is disgruntled restaurant worker
Mayor: Charleston shooter is disgruntled restaurant worker
Report highlights growing health disparities in Appalachia
Report highlights growing health disparities in Appalachia
Trump attacks Republican leaders over debt ceiling
Trump attacks Republican leaders over debt ceiling
Trump misspells ’too’ twice before fixing it in 3rd tweet
Trump misspells ’too’ twice before fixing it in 3rd tweet
UPDATE | Sears to close more stores, sales continue fall in 2Q
Sears to close more stores, sales continue fall in 2Q
The Latest: Transcription error led to lottery shop mistake
The Latest: Transcription error led to lottery shop mistake
Pace of US home sales in July reached lowest level of 2017
Pace of US home sales in July reached lowest level of 2017
Markets Right Now: Retailers lead early gains for US stocks
Markets Right Now: Retailers lead early gains for US stocks
Couple gives New Jersey waitress $1,200 tip on $20 food bill
Couple gives New Jersey waitress $1,200 tip on $20 food bill
US weekly requests for jobless aid up 2,000 to 234,000
US weekly requests for jobless aid up 2,000 to 234,000
White House envoy Jared Kushner begins Mideast peace push
White House envoy Jared Kushner begins Mideast peace push
UPDATE | Officials correct where the winning Powerball ticket was sold
One winning Powerball ticket sold in Boston suburb
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTH
Kevin and Jessica (Sciortino) Abreu of Medway, Mass., are announcing the birth of a daughter, Jane
East football goes back to the future
The East High football program received an extreme and noticeable makeover during the offseason.
Inaugural Y Live concert featuring Zac Brown Band is game-changer at Ice Castle
The doors to Stambaugh Stadium open at 5:30 p.m., and the show openers start at 7.
Newest Cavaliers guard faces biggest challenge
Isaiah Thomas’ basketball journey is littered with decision-makers who have underestimated the diminutive guard.
Eastern Gateway eyes downtown expansion
Youngstown’s EGCC enrollment this fall is expected to be about 1,100, which is about a 20 percent increase from last fall.
Browns rookie Kizer will start at QB Saturday night
DeShone Kizer will be next through the Browns’ quarterback turnstile.
YSU kicks off new school year with Welcome Week events
Sophomore student Marti Hergenrother said the events seem to be bigger and better than last years
SPORTS DIGEST || White’s HR leads Batavia over Scrappers
NILES Harrison White hit a solo home run in the top of the 11th inning to help lead the Batavia Muckdogs to a 6-4 win over the Mahoning Valley Scrappers on Wednesday.
Bishop Murry selected for national anti-racism committee
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops formed a committee against racism in light of recent events.
New Drake Mfg. owners hope to restore business, expand
New owners of Drake Manufacturing of Champion hope company will be restored and growing ‘very soon’
HIGH SCHOOLS
high schools VOLLEYBALL Cardinal Mooney 25-25-25, Brookfield 6-17-10 YOUNGSTOWN For the
JD's Summer Songfest marks 3rd year
JD’s Summer Songfest will return Saturday for the third year, but it is moving downtown.
Polish-American Heritage Day to feature dance troupe, food, music, art, culture
Staff report AUSTINTOWN The ninth annual Polish-American Heritage Day will take place Sunday
John Mayer has a reason for changing his live shows
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK John Mayer never relied on multicolored lighting,
Poland's 'Officer TJ' to retire after 33-year career
If you were a fifth-grader in Poland schools sometime in the last 20 years, chances are you know township Patrolman Tom Johnson.
‘THE NASHVILLE SOUND’ Isbell promotes compassion on new album
By DAVID BAUDER AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK Jason Isbell was motivated on his
Air Force sponsorship of football to take off
The United States Air Force is showing support for the Valley by sponsoring 10 high school football games this season.
Trumbull commissioners OK Newton Falls annexation of land near turnpike
This was the second time Newton Falls asked the county commissioners for annexation of land near state Route 5 and the Ohio Turnpike interchange in an effort to encourage economic development.
METRO DIGEST || Coyote attacks dog in Mill Creek
Coyote reported YOUNGSTOWN A woman reported to Mill Creek MetroParks police that a coyote
Youngstown council votes to accept two charter-amendment proposals
The fate of the requests now rests with the Mahoning County Board of Elections
FBI: Murder victim led local arm of global crime op
A federal grand jury indicted 20 people from the Youngstown area, and allege that Zachary Howell, 40, recruited them to help steal and launder at least $16 million from 2012 to 2016. Assistant US Atty. Paul Flannery talks about the case.
Violence in Charlottesville leads to soul-searching at ACLU
Associated Press NEW YORK Faced with an angry backlash for defending white supremacists’ right
Know which insects, mammal help the entire community Pollinators
By Sara Scudier and Katie Kane Shipka Ohio certified volunteer naturalists Our own Canfield
CORRECTIONS
CORRECTIONS The Mahoning Valley’s nonseasonally adjusted jobless rate was incorrect on page B5 of
GOP doubts and anxieties about Trump burst into the open
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s racially fraught comments about a deadly
Marriage licenses
Marriage licenses Vincent E. Daphnis, 26, of 78 Lemans Drive Apt. 1, Boardman, and Cora L. Boyd,
Hearing set in child-rape case
Staff report GIRARD A preliminary hearing is set for Aug. 30 in the case of a man accused of
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1241.071.30 Aqua America, .71
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK All Saints (PG) The inspiring true story is the basis of this film about salesman-
Trump preaches unity after lambasting media, GOP
Associated Press RENO, Nev. It was a tale of two Trumps in the desert Southwest. Within a
Freeman to get SAG life award in 2018
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Morgan Freeman will receive the SAG Life Achievement Award at next
Trump changes his mind about war in Afghanistan
Editorial: There’s a reason Afghani- stan is called the “Graveyard of Empires”: No occupying force has
Salem churches are integral part of the city’s history
Salem churches are integral part of the city’s history
Study: Arsenic poisoning a risk for 50M in Pakistan
Associated Press ISLAMABAD Some 50 million people are at risk of arsenic poisoning from
WTG
TODAY Activities/ Discussion Other Worlds, 2:30 p.m., Main Library of Youngstown, 305 Wick Ave.,
NIGHTLIFE
Barrel Run Crossing Winery and Vineyard, 3272 Industry Road, Rootstown; 330-325-1075 Fri: Josiah
Practicing integrated pest management
By Eric Barrett OSU Ext. educator When working with farmers and gardeners and in general
Samsung unveils Note 7 successor
Associated Press NEW YORK Samsung is trying to move past last year’s disastrous Galaxy Note 7
SAN FRANCISCO 49ers
SAN FRANCISCO 49ers Ward cleared after injury SANTA CLARA, Calif. San Francisco 49ers safety
Snooki, Jwoww back to beach for ‘Celebrity Shore’ on VH1
Associated Press NEW YORK Snooki and Jwoww are heading back to the beach. Nicole “Snooki”
Don’t prune oaks from April-Nov.
Q. I know you said earlier this year to hold off pruning oak trees until fall. Is there still a
Pirates spoil no-hit bid on Harrison’s walk-off home run
Rich Hill’s first 98 pitches left the Pittsburgh Pirates confounded, occasionally fuming and absolutely hitless.
Mayweather warns not to dismiss his punching
The knock on Mayweather is that he doesn’t knock out people.
Men’s Garden Club Horticulture Show
Men’s Garden Club Horticulture Show When: Saturday-Sunday What: The club’s 53rd Annual
Move the worms
Move the worms Now is a great time to pick off bag worms and stems surrounded by web worms. Just
Buy bulbs now
Buy bulbs now Now is the time to be sure you get the newest, latest, greatest and best bulbs to
Salem churches are part of city’s history
salem The Salem Historical Museum’s featured exhibit this year focuses on local church and
Historical society announces annual fall piano program
Staff report CANFIELD Local pianist Michael Nichols will be showcased by the William Holmes
“Boy Band,” (ABC, 8 p.m.): In the season finale, the final five boys are revealed to
“Boy Band,” (ABC, 8 p.m.): In the season finale, the final five boys are revealed to find out who
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Marines instructor puts Kate Upton through her paces
Marines instructor puts Kate Upton through her paces DETROIT The U.S. Marines put supermodel
Laws that subvert the rule of law
Opinion: WASHINGTON When John Adams wrote into Massachusetts’ Constitution a commitment to a “government of
Federal judge again throws out Texas voter ID law
Federal judge again throws out Texas voter ID law AUSTIN, Texas A federal judge Wednesday again
Ohio officer seen striking man on video suspended
Associated Press CLEVELAND A suburban Cleveland police department has suspended a white officer
Klan rallies not new
Opinion: By Dan K. THOMASSON Tribune News Service WASHINGTON Years ago, the chief of police in Gary,
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Craig Beach Village Council, 6 p.m., special meeting, municipal building, 2538
Studies: Automated safety systems preventing crashes
Associated Press WASHINGTON Safety systems to prevent cars from drifting into another lane or
Celebrate 'Songs of the '70s' with Easy Street at DeYor
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Join Easy Street regulars Maureen Collins, Todd Hancock, James
Warrants issued
Warrants issued HUBBARD U.S. Marshals are searching for a man suspected of being in the company
Judge says detective didn’t overreach in coaxing comments from murder defendant
Judge says detective didn’t overreach in coaxing comments from murder defendant
Players hold breath for $700M Powerball drawing
Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Lottery players across the U.S. scooped up $2 Powerball
Girl Scouts accuse Boy Scouts of covertly recruiting girls
Associated Press NEW YORK Inflaming a century-old and mostly cordial rivalry, the president of
Wednesday, August 23 (95 stories)
Trumbull commissioners unanimously approve Newton Falls annexation
Though attorneys for Braceville and Newton townships raised additional issues Wednesday they hoped might derail the annexation of 440 acres from the townships into Newton Falls, it didn’t work.
Local man found burned was midlevel operative in international crime organization
A man found burned to death in an SUV on Youngstown's East Side in February served as an operative in an intercontinental criminal organization, U.S. attorneys said.
Parking plans in place for Thursday's first Y Live, with Zac Brown Band
About 16,000 people – possibly more – will pack Stambaugh Stadium Thursday night for the inaugural Y Live: The Youngstown Music Event featuring Zac Brown Band.
Eastern Gateway looking to expand to Harshman Building
With enrollment up over last fall, Eastern Gateway Community College needs more classrooms, offices and student space for its downtown campus.
Officer T.J. calling it quits after 33 years, but may return to D.A.R.E.
If you were a fifth-grader in Poland schools sometime in the last 20 years, chances are you know township Patrolman Tom Johnson.
Bishop Murray to lead committee on racism
Bishop George Murry of the Diocese of Youngstown will head a newly formed committee from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops that will address racism in society and the church.
Elections board to consider Youngstown charter amendments
The fate of two citizen-backed charter-amendment proposals now rests with the Mahoning County Board of Elections.
YSU Welcome Week offers array of events, advice, freebies
Youngstown State University welcomed a large freshman class of 2,301 students – up nearly 5 percent from last year and the fourth largest in the past 26 years – to campus today with a number of Welcome Week events to kick off the 2017-18 school year.
Youngstown council votes to accept two charter-amendment proposals
Youngstown council votes to accept two charter-amendment proposals
U.S. Marshals search for man suspected of being with missing Hubbard teen
U.S. Marshals search for man suspected of being with missing Hubbard teen
Man in Trumbull County jail, accused of raping child in Girard
Man in Trumbull County jail, accused of raping child in Girard
State issues warning about disease affecting deer and cattle
State issues warning about disease affecting deer and cattle
UPDATE | Man killed in February SUV fire headed $16 million fraud scheme
Zachary Howell's Feb. 20 murder, however, was unrelated to the federal indictment, Assistant U.S. Attorney Paul Flannery said.
Trumbull commissioners OK annexation of 440 acres to Newton Falls
Trumbull commissioners OK annexation of 440 acres to Newton Falls
Bishop Murry selected for national anti-racism committee
Bishop Murry selected for national anti-racism committee
Boardman police arrest man in domestic violence case
Boardman police arrest man in domestic violence case
Court upholds insider trading conviction of money manager
Court upholds insider trading conviction of money manager
Youngstown man faces additional charge in child abuse case
Youngstown man faces additional charge in child abuse case
Strong armed: Browns rookie quarterback Kizer named starter
Strong armed: Browns rookie quarterback Kizer named starter
2 men struck and killed outside truck on Ohio interstate
2 men struck and killed outside truck on Ohio interstate
Players hold breath as $700M Powerball jackpot drawing nears
Players hold breath as $700M Powerball jackpot drawing nears
Valerie Plame Wilson wants to buy Twitter to kick Trump off
Valerie Plame Wilson wants to buy Twitter to kick Trump off
Ohio college basketball player gets probation for jail fight
Ohio college basketball player gets probation for jail fight
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Lord of Life Church, 550 N. Broad St., Canfield, will host a drive-through chicken dinner
Sarah Brown-Clark is Mt. Gilead guest
Sarah Brown-Clark is Mt. Gilead guest YOUNGSTOWN Mt. Gilead Baptist Church, 2821 Hillman St.,
McConnell’s first goal nets victory for South Range
A restless night’s sleep turned into an auspicious debut for Luke McConnell
Zac Brown fans advised to use parking decks at YSU
Concert goers are also advised to get there early and bring cash.
Irving, Cavs agree to trade with Boston
Kyrie Irving was tired of being teammates with LeBron James.
YSU faculty union vows no more concessions, authorizes strike notice
The union team says a strike may be necessary to get fair wages. YSU has the lowest-paid faculty at a public university in Ohio, according to the Chronicle of Higher Education.
Video inspires 11-year-old to give back to community
Leah Lengyel is dedicating her entire allowance to helping people less fortunate than herself.
SPORTS DIGEST || Scrappers open homestand with win
Ernie Clement scored on a groundout in the first inning, leading the Mahoning Valley Scrappers to a 5-2 win over the Batavia Muckdogs on Tuesday.
Browns players bond during pregame anthem protest
neeling and bowing their heads, the Cleveland Browns bonded over something bigger than football
Man represents himself, found not guilty of murder
Bunn was found guilty of being a felon in possession of a firearm and tampering with evidence. He faces a maximum sentence of six years in prison.
Youngstown council will vote today to accept two charter amendment proposals
One proposal is a fracking ban that’s been rejected by voters six previous times; the other changes how elections are run in the city.
OSU’s Price among AP preseason All-Americans
Southern California quarterback Sam Darnold and Penn State running back Saquon Barkley put on a show at the Rose Bowl last season
Facebook's Treatment of the deceased
I’m updating my last will and testament with directions on how I want my memories preserved on
Warren officials call on citizens to help reduce violence
Warren mayor, police chief resolve to stop recent homicides but ask for public’s help
Man charged in Tuesday morning shooting was subject of Monday castle-doctrine ruling
The castle doctrine is the unofficial name for a part of Ohio law that says if someone breaks into your occupied home or temporary habitation, or your occupied car, you “have an initial presumption that you may act in self-defense and you will not be second-guessed by the state, according to the Buckeye Firearms Association.”
Transfer of former YDC property to county appears likely
Mental health board hopes to have plans in place by year’s end
Man picks up additional charges while out on bond
Has a pending gun and drug case; was arrested Monday with a gun and drugs
The Pregnancy Help Center celebrates 30 years of pre-natal support
After 30 years, the Pregnancy Help Center is
Trumbull officials to discuss proposed Falls annexation
Commissioners to allow parties to state their case on proposed Falls annexation
Artwork in nature on display at Fellows Gardens
On display in the Weller Gallery at Fellows Riverside Gardens’ Davis Center is artwork by Doug McLarty, whose pieces feature objects in nature that he manipulates through a digital scanning process. Also on display at Fellows is an “Organic Steel” exhibit by local sculptor Tony Armeni.
Hate on display in Charlottesville
Opinion: In the South during the Jim Crow era, the “one-drop rule,” codified into law, asserted that if a
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The Simple Greek BOARDMAN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a ribbon-cutting
QUOTABLE WILLIAM O’NEILL, Ohio Supreme Court Justice, on Cleveland Browns players protesting the national anthem:
“I will never attend a sporting event where the draft dodging millionaire athletes disrespect the
Netflix offers suggestions based on viewing Looking out for you
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK (AP) Netflix wants subscribers to know it’s
Valley unemployment rate up more than 1 percent
The Mahoning Valley’s non-seasonally adjusted jobless rate jumped to 7.4 percent in July 2017 from 6.1 percent reported in July 2016.
The top 5 songs on the iTunes music charts for the most recent one-week sales period:
The top 5 songs on the iTunes music charts for the most recent one-week sales period: vWild
Comedy and compassion seal legacy of Jerry Lewis
Editorial: In his distinguished eight- decade career as an entertainer, Jerry Lewis wore many a hat – and
Old Glory was missing
Opinion: By Ramesh Ponnuru Bloomberg View They may call themselves “white nationalists,” but the
Make-ahead breakfasts to prepare for busy school days
Family Features When the school year rolls around, switching from pool to school means finding
Introduce freshness to your family table
Family Features Locally sourced foods are becoming increasingly important to families across the
Smart choices fueling kids for back to school season
Family Features As kids head back to school, it’s a good time to refocus on nutritious food and
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Back-to-school power to boost your body and mind
Family Features Nutritious, well-rounded meals are essential for growth and proper brain
Recipes of Youngstown establishes scholarship fund
Recipes of Youngstown establishes scholarship fund
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Girard Planning Commission, 3 p.m., regular meeting, mayor’s office, 100 W. Main
Memory-making meals with family mark back to school
Family Features Most families are looking for ways to spend more time together, but managing the
Trump rails at media in Arizona rally
Associated Press PHOENIX President Donald Trump blamed the media Tuesday for the widespread
YEARS AGO FOR AUG. 23
Today is Wednesday, Aug. 23, the 235th day of 2017. There are 130 days left in the year.
States’ policies on pot inviolable
Opinion: By Gary Storck Tribune News Service Attorney General Jeff Sessions, a longtime opponent of legal
Wraps for on the go lunch
MU SHU STEAK & APPLE WRAPS 2015 Cattlemen’s Beef Board and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association
NFL news & notes
PATRIOTS Kraft gave Trump a Super Bowl ring BOSTON President Donald Trump has a Super Bowl
HIGH SCHOOLS
HIGH SCHOOLS SFlbBOYS GOLF Crestview 199, Campbell 210 Bedford Trials CRESTVIEW — Ethan
Charge dismissed in alleged robbery of overdose victim
Charge dismissed in alleged robbery of overdose victim
Officials: Trump’s Afghan plan involves 3,900 more troops
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s plan to end America’s longest war and
How a dangerous air bag made its way into a used car
Associated Press DETROIT A dangerous Takata air bag should have been recalled before going from
Start a successful school year with a kid friendly balanced breakfast
Family Features As kids get ready to start a new school year, parents are also getting back into
2 suspects in Spain attacks held without bail
Associated Press MADRID A judge ordered two of the four surviving suspects in the extremist
Man who shot judge was stopped earlier for faulty headlight
By ANDREW WELSH-HUGGINS Associated Press COLUMBUS The man who shot an Ohio judge outside a
US: Some remains of sailors found on USS John McCain
Associated Press SINGAPORE Navy divers searching a flooded compartment of the USS John S.
Fister throws one-hitter in rout of Indians
Doug Fister gave up a leadoff homer in the first inning to Francisco Lindor and then nothing else
Murder trial to start
Murder trial to start WARREN Arthur Harper is scheduled to go to trial Monday in the murder of
County approves low bid on OPWC paving projects
R.T. Vernal Paving of North Lima will begin projects today
Dodgers too much for Taillon, Pirates
The Dodgers’ offense and bullpen more than picked up the slack
AROUND THE HORN Tuesday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Rays 6, Blue Jays 5 ST. PETERSBURG Lucas Duda and Corey Dickerson homered in
Ohio mayors seek emergency response center for opioid crisis
Associated Press COLUMBUS An organization representing Ohio big-city mayors urged Republican
Trump’s path to boosting infrastructure full of potholes
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s road to getting legislation through
West Nile virus mosquitoes found near wetlands
The school district is providing an EPA-approved spray for athletes who practice near the wetlands
COMPASS hosts Peace chair project
YoUNGSTOWN COMPASS Family and Community Service will host the Peace Chair Project from 5 to 7:30
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View nature differently at Davis Center art exhibit
Doug McLarty jokes that his wife won’t go on walks with him anymore.
No more concessions,YSU faculty union says of contract negotiations
Youngstown State University’s faculty union will make no more concessions when it comes to this year’s contract negotiations.
Come early and bring cash, Zac Brown concert organizers advise
When it comes to the large crowds that will be at Stambaugh Stadium for Thursday’s Zac Brown Band concert, the advice is: hit the decks.
Man representing himself acquitted of 2016 murder
A man acting as his own lawyer was acquitted Tuesday of a murder charge in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court.
11-year-old Youngstown girl pledges allowance to help others
A Youngstown girl has decided to take her allowance earnings and put it all aside to help people less fortunate than herself.
Man charged in Warren assault lost 2016 assault case at same address
Daniel Chipps, the man charged with felonious assault in an early Tuesday shooting on South Feederle Drive Southeast, was also the subject of a May 2016 assault case at that same address that tested the boundaries of the castle doctrine.
Warren mayor: We're going to deliver results in fight against recent violence
Warren Mayor Doug Franklin on Tuesday addressed “recent spikes in violence” that have left several people dead.
Youngstown council to vote on accepting 2 citizen proposals for ballot
City council will vote today to accept two citizen-initiative petitions for charter amendments and pass them along to the Mahoning County Board of Elections to determine if they’ll appear on the fall ballot.
Cavs trade Kyrie Irving to the Celtics
The Cleveland Cavaliers have traded star point guard Kyrie Irving to the Boston Celtics.
Mosquitoes trapped on Austintown schools’ wetland area tested positive for the West Nile Virus
Mosquitoes trapped on Austintown schools’ wetland area tested positive for the West Nile Virus
Funeral services for former Campbell finance director Michael Evanson
Funeral services for former Campbell finance director Michael Evanson
Warren mayor decries spike in violence in recent weeks
Warren mayor decries spike in violence in recent weeks
YSU faculty unanimously gives union strike authorization
YSU faculty unanimously gives union strike authorization
Officials say Trump’s Afghan plan involves 3,900 more troops
Officials say Trump’s Afghan plan involves 3,900 more troops
UPDATE | Charge filed in Warren shooting
A man suffered serious gunshot wounds while in the street in front of an apartment at 1944 South Feederle Drive Southeast at about 9:10 a.m. today.
Drawing nears for Powerball jackpot that’s climbed to $700M
Drawing nears for Powerball jackpot that’s climbed to $700M
New US penalties on Chinese, Russian firms over North Korea
New US penalties on Chinese, Russian firms over North Korea
Hall of Fame baseball announcer Rafael ’Felo’ Ramirez dies
Hall of Fame baseball announcer Rafael ’Felo’ Ramirez dies
Questions on immigration, race follow Trump to Arizona
Questions on immigration, race follow Trump to Arizona
Valley, Ohio pols weigh in on Trump's Afghanistan plan
Valley, Ohio pols weigh in on Trump's Afghanistan plan
German police seize thousands of 'Trump’ ecstasy tablets
German police seize thousands of ’Trump’ ecstasy tablets
Mexican soldiers seize 140 pounds of fentanyl at US border
Mexican soldiers seize 140 pounds of fentanyl at US border
US says some remains of sailors found on USS John McCain
US says some remains of sailors found on USS John McCain
Priest takes leave after disclosing he once worshipped at Klan's cross
Priest takes leave after disclosing he once worshipped at Klan's cross
Valley’s unemployment rate up more than 1 percent in July
Valley’s unemployment rate up more than 1 percent in July
Charge dismissed in alleged robbery of overdose victim
Charge dismissed in alleged robbery of overdose victim
Ohio city replaces Columbus Day with Indigenous People’s Day
Ohio city replaces Columbus Day with Indigenous People’s Day
Markets Right Now: Stocks open higher on Wall Street
Markets Right Now: Stocks open higher on Wall Street
Sheriff: Video shows judge’s shooting outside courthouse
Sheriff: Video shows judge’s shooting outside courthouse
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch Class of 1955 will meet at 2 p.m. Saturday at the home of Dr. Barbara Brothers.
Foundation chosen to attend charity event
Foundation chosen to attend charity event NEW YORK The Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini Foundation was
Escalating student success
The numbers are up for many facets that make up student success at Youngstown State University, said YSU President Jim Tressel
Driver gets 9 years for killing Cortland woman
Family says man who struck and killed young woman didn’t show remorse Family says man who
Father of YSU player Ma'lik Richmond is killed after shooting at Steubenville judge
Judge shot back with his own weapon
Four men charged in two Warren robberies, one attempted robbery
Four men charged in two Warren robberies, one attempted robbery
Mom facing charges
Mom facing charges LIBERTY The mother of a 3-year-old boy with a gunshot wound will be charged
Light shines through a so-called media blackout
The YSU administration’s memo criticizes a “misleading article” in The Vindicator and calls leaked details “wholly inaccurate or very slanted in favor of the union”
Dobbins earns right to play
The parents of true freshman running back J.K. Dobbins will get a call soon from an Ohio State coach
Cappabianca to walk on at Ohio State
Jack Cappabianca made Western Reserve history by becoming a Buckeye.
Sanders heading to Southeast Ohio
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YEARS AGO FOR AUG. 22
Today is Tuesday, Aug. 22, the 234th day of 2017. There are 131 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Selected local stocks
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Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Craig Beach Village Council, 7 p.m., planning and zoning commission, municipal
Grant approved for Mercy Health program
Grant approved for Mercy Health program YOUNGSTOWN The William Swanston Charitable Fund, in
The list of Hollywood’s highest-paid actresses compiled by Forbes, which compiles the list
The list of Hollywood’s highest-paid actresses compiled by Forbes, which compiles the list based on
Trump: US ‘will fight to win’ in Afghanistan
Associated Press WASHINGTON Declaring the U.S. will win “in the end,” President Donald Trump
Lum’s goal wins home-opener for YSU
Kyler Lum started the second half of YSU’s home opener on Monday and scored the game-winning goal
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Park for free at YSU YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown-based Home Savings is inviting the students and
around the horn | Monday’s MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Indians 5, Red Sox 4 Cleveland Brandon Guyer scored when first baseman Brock
Teen pleads guilty in Slender Man attack
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NFL, Goodell working on five-year contract extension
Commissioner Roger Goodell is on track to maintain his prominent place at the table for the next round of collective bargaining
Why Andrew Ng teaches humans to teach computers AI visionary
Associated Press PALO ALTO, Calif. Andrew Ng has led teams at Google and Baidu that have gone
Coroner: Jerry Lewis’ death was from cardiac disease
Coroner: Jerry Lewis’ death was from cardiac disease LAS VEGAS Authorities in Las Vegas say
States should get smart and stop subsidizing film, TV productions
Opinion: By Steven Malanga Los Angeles Times In 2010, actor Ted Danson, filming “The Big Miracle” in
The 40th anniversary of Voyager ‘The Farthest’
IF YOU WATCH What: “The Farthest: Voyager in Space” Where: PBS When: 9 p.m. By GEORGE DICKIE
Racists actually terrified
Opinion: By Olivia Alperstein OtherWords The act of terrorism that killed one person and injured others
Indiana businessman ordered to pay $1.3M in SEC case
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS An Indianapolis businessman has been ordered to pay $1.3 million
Kasich not backing bailout for state’s nuclear plants
Associated Press OREGON, Ohio Gov. John Kasich said Monday that he can’t see supporting a
‘A primal experience’: Eclipse dazzles Americans
Associated Press The stars came out in the middle of the day, zoo animals ran in agitated circles,
Past health chiefs: Insurance market stability is the goal
Associated Press WASHINGTON Don’t make things worse. That’s the advice of former U.S. health
Music legends Stills, Collins at Powers
IF YOU GO What: Judy Collins and Stephen Stills Where: Powers Auditorium When: Oct. 15 at 7:30
Great Wall Motors considers making bid for Jeep unit
Associated Press BEIJING Chinese SUV maker Great Wall Motors is considering making a bid to buy
NIKOS FRAZIER | THE VINDICATOR
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Police: Fugitive’s death ‘breaks’ cell behind attacks in Spain
Associated Press SUBIRATS, Spain The lone fugitive from the Spanish cell that killed 15 people
Summer hike turns tragic as parents, son fall off cliff
Associated Press When William and Amanda Green took their two boys on a weekend outing, they
Pension fund mulls cuts to cost-of-living adjustments
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio’s largest pension system is considering cuts to its annual cost-
Search underway for missing sailors; probe ordered
Associated Press SINGAPORE The U.S. Navy ordered a broad investigation Monday into the
Driver inattention key factor in Sunday fatal accidents
Both people killed were off the road at the time
Licorice led to hospital visit
Q. My mother was just released from the hospital. She went in when her potassium dropped to 1.2. She
Widespread Valley enthusiasm for partial eclipse
First total solar eclipse visible in the U.S. since 1979
Judge rules against former Bazetta police chief having criminal record sealed
Judge rules against former Bazetta police chief having criminal record sealed
UK vows to prosecute online hate crimes
Associated Press LONDON British authorities are promising to prosecute hate crimes committed
YSU's offense in progress
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The countdown has officially begun for Youngstown
Beckham Jr. injures leg, Browns scrape by Giants
The Giants are hoping Odell Beckham Jr.’s injury isn’t serious during their loss to the Cleveland Browns
Feds: Texas man tried planting bomb on statue
Associated Press HOUSTON A Houston man who’s previously been convicted on explosives-related
College could influence other moves
Associated Press AUSTIN, TEXAS The University of Texas’ abrupt decision to remove Confederate
Warren detectives begin to investigate apparent weekend homicides
Warren detectives begin to investigate apparent weekend homicides
Neo-Nazis in the US insult all who perished in WWII
Editorial: Every year on the last Monday in May, patriotic Americans visit cemeteries and memorials and attend
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Trump says US can’t afford quick Afghanistan withdrawal
Trump says US can’t afford quick Afghanistan withdrawal
Warren detectives begin to investigate apparent weekend homicides
Warren detectives begin to investigate apparent weekend homicides
UPDATE | Judge shooter ID'd as YSU player Ma'lik Richmond's father
Judge shot, wounded near Ohio courthouse; suspect killed
Jury awards $417M in lawsuit linking talcum powder to cancer
Jury awards $417M in lawsuit linking talcum powder to cancer
ECLIPSE USA | Moon blots the sun out of the sky in historic US eclipse
ECLIPSE DAY | Americans stake out prime viewing spots
#SOLARECLIPSE2017 | The Valley looks to the skies
Folks downtown came out at about 2:30 to watch the 83 percent of the eclipse visible in the Valley today.
Christie calls Trump’s Charlottesville comments ’a mistake’
Christie calls Trump’s Charlottesville comments ’a mistake’
BARCELONA ATTACK | Police fatally shoot van suspect
Spain death toll to 15 as suspect linked to fatal carjacking
Rockabilly pioneer Sonny Burgess dies in Arkansas at 88
Rockabilly pioneer Sonny Burgess dies in Arkansas at 88
Ryan to face voters following Trump nationwide address
Ryan to face voters following Trump nationwide address
Judge rules against sealing records of ex-Bazetta police chief
Judge rules against sealing records of ex-Bazetta police chief
St. Elizabeth Boardman employees donate toward Rescue Mission’s capital campaign
St. Elizabeth Boardman employees donate toward Rescue Mission’s capital campaign
Ramp from SR 11 to I-80 westbound closed this afternoon
Ramp from state Route 11 to I-80 westbound closed this afternoon
Parents die, kids hospitalized after family falls off cliff
Parents die, kids hospitalized after family falls off cliff
Markets Right Now: Stocks are little changed in early traded
Markets Right Now: Stocks are little changed in early traded
Police keeping abreast of flashing, robbery report
Police keeping abreast of flashing, robbery report
Man gets 9 years for striking, killing Cortland woman in 2016
Russell G. Lauer III, 44, of state Route 5 in Cortland apologized before he received a nine-year prison sentence Monday for hitting and killing a woman along side of Ridge Road in Fowler Township Feb. 27, 2016.
University of Texas in Austin removes Confederate statues
University of Texas in Austin removes Confederate statues
33 arrested during Boston rally protest heading to court
33 arrested during Boston rally protest heading to court
Warren police ID two people found dead from shootings
Warren police ID two people found dead from shootings
WORTH A LOOK
ART SHOWS Buhl Day 2017 is seeking entries for this year’s art show. It will be a juried 2-D
Special promotion on older cats
Special promotion on older cats YOUNGSTOWN West Side Cats is having a special promotion on cats
Twice as great: Pluchinsky repeats as Greatest Golfer champion
Brandon Pluchinsky, Katie Rogner, Mark Standohar and Gene Bellatto were among 10 winners Sunday.
Bell, Pirates provide lessons for youngsters in win over Cards
Josh Bell homered and drove in four runs to lead the Pirates.
Vigil Against Hate brings call for all to stand together
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN With the backdrop of racially motivated
jerry lewis, 91 Celebrities, fans mourn death of comedy icon
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Jerry Lewis, the manic, rubber-faced showman who jumped and
‘Hitman’s Bodyguard’ outdoes ‘Logan Lucky’
‘Hitman’s Bodyguard’ outdoes ‘Logan Lucky’ LOS ANGELES Critics loved “Logan Lucky” and gave a
Indians unable to ‘dodge bullets’ in finale vs. Royals
Kansas City piled up 12 hits and six runs off Cleveland starter Danny Salazar (5-6).
Conner stars as Steelers top Falcons
Third-round pick James Conner had 98 yards rushing on 20 carries.
‘Despacito’ singer Luis Fonsi is no newcomer Savoring his success
By SIGAL RATNER-ARIAS Associated Press NEW YORK The global phenomenon “Despacito” may be
Power wins Pocono IndyCar race
Power and Newgarden gave Penske Racing a 1-2 podium finish at Pocono.
Hollywood hacking goes beyond piracy
By TALI ARBEL AP Technology Writer NEW YORK Piracy is a long-running and even routine issue
Randy Newman at top of his game
By STEVEN WINE Associated Press Randy Newman’s new album includes a song cataloging American
Warren man struck by vehicle and killed
Warren man struck by vehicle and killed JACKSON TOWNSHIP Thomas R. Smith, 65, of Warren, was
Solar eclipse viewing events planned around the Valley
MetroParks, Boardman schools, OH WOW! among those planning eclipse viewing events
world Trump to speak tonight on Afghanistan, S. Asia
Associated Press CAMP MOREHEAD, Afghanistan Signaling that the U.S. military expects its mission
INSIDE THE ROPES WITH … Jason Kokrak
INSIDE THE ROPES WITH … Jason Kokrak Sunday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a final-round 69 in
Sex offender moves next door to victim – legally next door to his victim – legally
Associated Press EDMOND, Okla. A convicted sex offender who molested his niece when she was 7
Barcelona attack reinforces need for global terror fight
Editorial: London. Paris. Nice. Berlin. Stockholm. Jerusalem. Columbus. Charlottesville. That roll call of
Trio pulls US from brink of war with saber-rattling North Korea
Opinion: After threatening fire and fury, how does a superpower de-escalate? By scrambling its secretary of
ON THE LINKS | Sunday’s professional golf results
SOLHEIM CUP WEST DES MOINES, IOWA Lexi Thompson got things going with a big rally and Cristie
THE FARMERS NATIONAL BANK GREATEST GOLFER OF THE VALLEY: FINAL SCORES
*-Won in a playoff men 17 handicap Paul Marovich, Rolling Hills Golf Course80-82-88—250 Jay
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday City of Youngtown Human Relations Commission, 10 a.m., 6th floor council caucus
VALLEY VIEWING EVENTS
VALLEY VIEWING EVENTS What: Solar eclipse viewing events When: Today Where: Mill Creek
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, lunch,
YEARS AGO FOR AUG. 21
Today is Monday, Aug. 21, the 233rd day of 2017. There are 132 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Kasich tells Trump: Stop all the chaos
Associated Press BRIDGEWATER, N.J. Republican Ohio Gov. John Kasich urged President Donald
SUNDAY’s NFL PRESEASON GAME
Saints 13, Chargers 7 CARSON, CALIF. Alvin Kamara ran for a 50-yard touchdown and New Orleans
The top 20 global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
The top 20 global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
FILMOGRAPHY Jerry Lewis Motion pictures featuring comedian Jerry Lewis include:
“My Friend Irma,” 1949. “My Friend Irma Goes West,” 1950. “At War With the Army,” 1950.
AROUND THE HORN | Sunday’s other MLB games
INTERLEAGUE Cubs 6, Blue Jays 5, 10 innings CHICAGO Alex Avila capped Chicago’s three-run
US, Mexico, Canada vow rapid update of NAFTA
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S., Canadian and Mexican negotiators are pledging to work quickly
Painting of Confederate general who fought in Columbiana Co. removed
Associated Press CAMBRIDGE, Ohio A painting of a Confederate general has been removed from a
BRIDGE
BRIDGE Q. Neither vulnerable, as South, you hold: xA 8 5 uA K 9 3 vA 4 w10 9 6 5 Partner opens
SPORTS digest
Schlabach, Stafford lift Bears over Scrappers GRANVILLE, W.Va. Deon Stafford singled three
US sailors hurt, missing after collision with tanker
Associated Press SINGAPORE At least 10 U.S. sailors are missing after the USS John S. McCain
Free speech supporters: Outnumbered, but a success
Associated Press BOSTON Supporters of a small, conservative free speech rally Saturday in Boston
Judges routinely allow disavowed science
Associated Press BOSTON Two hairs that looked like the victim’s; some dirt on a truck like that
Shooting death
Shooting death WARREN Warren police had no suspects in custody Sunday in connection with the
Police seek members of Spanish terror cell
Associated Press RIPOLL, Spain TThey were brothers and boyhood friends from a town with no
Among counties receiving the vaccination are Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull
Staff report COLUMBUS The Ohio Department of Health and the Ohio Department of Natural
Voter fraud is real
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service The Trump administration wants to check up on voter fraud
US sailors hurt, missing after collision
Associated Press ABU GHADDUR, Iraq U.S.-backed Iraqi forces on Sunday launched a multi-pronged
Sunday, August 20 (120 stories)
2-vehicle crash kills Poland man, injures 2 in Beaver Township
The accident occurred on state Route 7 near Western Reserve Road
Warren man struck by vehicle and killed near Meander Reservoir
The 65-year-old was struck while standing at the rear of his motorcycle
Youngstown woman found shot to death in Warren
The body was found in the Fairview Gardens apartment complex in the southeast section of the city
Here are your 10 new Farmers National Bank Greatest Golfer of Valley champs for 2017
2017 Greatest champs
Movie patrons snub critics as 'Bodyguard' soars and 'Logan' falters at box office
It was a battle of action flicks this weekend
Kasich to Trump: Stop the chaos, settle it down
A top congressional Democrat wants the president to do more house cleaning
Trump to address nation Monday on U.S. involvement in Afghanistan war
Military leaders seek an additional 4,000 American troops dispatched to the conflict
Painting of Confederate general who was captured in Columbiana County removed from park lodge
The portrait of Gen. John Hunt Morgan is now in storage
Celebrities react to news of death of comedian Jerry Lewis at 91
Millions loved him, Whoopi Goldberg tweeted
MASONIC groups
THURSDAY Ladies Oriental Shrine members are invited to lunch at 11:30 a.m. at Longhorn Restaurant
SENIOR CITIZENS
Holy Family Seniors Group will meet at 11:30 a.m. Monday in Holy Family Parish Hall, 2729 Center
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave. will offer the following opportunities: Monday,
Senior menu
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
GARDEN CLUBS
tuesday Garden Gate Garden Club will meet at 1 p.m. at the Tyler Museum, 325 W. Federal St. in
Rust’s ace, Karzmer’s 64 highlight Day of Greatest
Jeff Rust hit just the second hole-in-one in Greatest Golfer history.
Mohip looks to ‘climate of trust’ for students
Mohip said the policy is a way to build trust between students and school personnel.
YSU offense looks sharp in scrimmage
Things are beginning to look and sound like regular-season football at Youngstown State.
Federal law inhibits substance abuse treatment
Treatment providers and politicians are calling for reform to the Medicaid provision.
Rayen Neighborhood Homecoming celebrates North Side pride
Small crowd turns out for Rayen Neighborhood Homecoming.
Mancini-sponsored boxing show coming to Covelli Centre
The Oct. 5 match will celebrate both Youngstown’s Italian heritage and the Columbus Day holiday.
Interim director returns to steer library through transition period
Replacement for former executive director expected to be in place this fall
SPORTS DIGEST || Scrappers win on Black Bears error
Scrappers win on Black Bears error GRANVILLE, W.VA., A fielding error by West Virginia Black
Bauer wins fifth straight as Indians blank Royals
Trevor Bauer pitched well, but he credits his defense for this victory.
Book shares history of Youngstown's film, live entertainment venues
In researching his first book, “Lost Youngstown,” which was a history of the city, local author-historian Sean T. Posey said the topic of theaters kept coming up again and again.
From Asimov to Aimee Mann, ‘robophobia’ plagues humans
By DAN SEWELL Associated Press CINCINNATI Robots are secretly plotting to kill us. Or enslave
A LOOK BACK AT THE 2016 OHSAA playoffs
Division I Regional Quarterfinals Cle. St. Ignatius 35, Massillon Jackson 0 Cin. Colerain 35,
Company’s principles leads to worker loyalty
Ron Granato recently retired from Speciality Tube and Piping in Mineral Ridge.
METRO DIGEST || Niles teen shot
Niles teen shot NILES A teenager faces a felonious-assault charge after police say he shot his
Here’s what’s happening at Valley schools this year
Mahoning Valley schools are ready to open their classroom doors for a new academic year, and some have made changes in facilities, personnel and curriculum.
As summer wanes, it's back to school
Faith Richard, 11, center, and her 8-year-old brother, Cody, of Struthers receive a bag of snacks and tissues from Larry Anglan of NOW Youngstown during a giveaway Saturday at the Covelli Centre in downtown Youngstown. NOW Youngstown, Youngstown City Schools and the city’s Community Initiative to Reduce Violence sponsored the giveaway.
Sweeping changes bring Marrow at East
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Change is in the air at East High School. The
Columbiana must replace prolific QB, offensive line
By DAN HINER sports@vindy.com COLUMBIANA Columbiana football team finished the 2016 season 7-3
Crestview seeks return to its winning ways
By DAN HINER sports@vindy.com EAST FAIRFIELD After a 3-7 (1-3 Inter-Tri County League) season
Can’t see eclipse? Tune in online or on TV
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES Ronald Dantowitz has been looking forward
Choose the right flooring for every room
Wood wins the prize as America’s favorite hard-surface flooring type, outselling vinyl, porcelain
Mooney’s challenging schedule opens with five on the road
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Cardinal Mooney finished 8-3 a year ago, but a
Franke setting foundation with young Newton Falls squad
By MIKE McLAIN sports@vindy.com NEWTON FALLS With 22 lettermen and 17 starters returning, you
Boardman looks to build and keep momentum
By BRIAN DZENIS bdzenis@vindy.com BOARDMAN If Boardman wins any big games in 2017, the
Wyllie looks to improve his hometown Rams
By STEVE RUMAN sports@vindy.com MINERAL RIDGE Steve Wyllie was able to turn around a
South Range embraces challenge of going it alone
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com BEAVER TOWNSHIP For decades, South Range has been a member
Kempe, Irish look to bounce back after off year
By BRIAN DZENIS bdzenis@vindy.com URSULINE Ursuline’s position is rare, but not unprecedented.
Wagner: Numbers, optimism up at Champion
By ERIC FORTUNE sports@vindy.com CHAMPION In Nick Wagner’s first season at Champion, the
Ride the rails: Tour Rhode Island on a rail bike
By JENNIFER McDERMOTT Associated Press PORTSMOUTH, R.I. There’s a new way to ride the rails in
For the Week of Sunday, August 20, 2017
STAG III Boardman LLC to Eclipse Aftermarket Group Inc., Southern Blvd., Boardman, $1,050,000.
Heading to Iowa State Fair? Time to visit the Butter Cow
By SCOTT McFETRIDGE Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa More than 1 million people typically
Savin takes over as focus of Niles offense
By STEVE RUMAN sports@vindy.com NILES The good news for the Niles McKinley Red Dragons is that
Waid, Girard look to show how they’ve grown
By BRIAN DZENIS bdzenis@vindy.com GIRARD After two years of tough lessons, it’s time to show
Moorer, Daniels among Hubbard’s top returning players
By JOHN BASSETTI sports@vindy.com HUBBARD Remember Hubbard’s M&M attack of Morales and Moorer?
Poland looks to return to playoffs after sub-par 2016
By BRIAN DZENIS bdzenis@vindy.com POLAND Playoff football is not a given in Poland. That
Velasquez has playoff aspirations for Lowellville
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com LOWELLVILLE The Lowellville Rockets enter their second season
Lakeview returns key performers on offense
By ERIC FORTUNE sports@vindy.com CORTLAND Over the last 10 years, the Lakeview Bulldogs have
Mathews returns 10 offensive starters
By ERIC FORTUNE sports@vindy.com VIENNA A pair of one-point losses to Windham and Newbury hurt
Dean returns at QB, but Howland must replace other skill people
By STEVE RUMAN sports@vindy.com HOWLAND The Howland Tigers in 2016 began their season with
More private geriatric-care managers assist elderly, families Boomers boost business
By ENCARNACION PYLE The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS Hart Fetsko feels grateful and fortunate to
Fitch figures to be on the defensive early
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com AUSTINTOWN The good news for Joe McMahon, Fitch’s new
ON THE LINKS Saturday’s professional golf results
WYNDHAM CHAMPIONSHIP GREENSBORO, N.C. Henrik Stenson shot a 4-under 66 on Saturday to take a
Frazier helps Pirates snap six-game skid
Adam Frazier homered, doubled and singled to help the Pirates beat the St. Louis Cardinals.
Buckingham Palace exhibit marks 20 years since Diana’s death
Associated Press LONDON London’s Buckingham Palace has unveiled an intimate tribute to Diana,
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Brier Hill Italian Fest, 1 to 11 p.m.: Live music by Dom Tocco
Hake, Western Reserve seek return to playoffs
By MIKE McLAIN sports@vindy.com BERLIN CENTER Sitting still isn’t an easy accomplishment for
Free-speech rally cut short after massive counterprotest
Officials: About 40,000 people attended Saturday’s events Associated Press BOSTON Thousands
Rozum sees turnaround coming for Campbell
By Greg Gulas sports@vindy.com CAMPBELL As Campbell prepares for its 93rd season, the good
Dahlia society hosting 14th annual show
Dahlia society hosting 14th annual show Alliance The Mahoning Valley Dahlia Society will
AREA GOLF CALENDAR | Upcoming outings & scrambles
AUGUST Friday — The first Once a Cowboy Always a Cowboy golf outing is at Pine Lakes. Sponsorship
YEARS AGO FOR AUG. 20
YEARS AGO Today is Sunday, Aug. 20, the 232nd day of 2017. There are 133 days left in the year.
SCHOOL STARTS First days of school for districts in Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull counties.
monday Bristol Champion Eastern Gateway Community College Leetonia Lisbon Mahoning
Arnold, Harding look to replace dynamic Bowden
By MIKE McLAIN sports@vindy.com WARREN Steve Arnold had talked nearly six minutes about the
Iarussi, Stefanski anchor Struthers’ lines
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com STRUTHERS Looking to get to Week 11 in back-to-
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS columbiana county new cases Willie Peyatt v. Quaker City Castings et al, money. Mark
Hether, Ware team up as Valley Christian co-coaches
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Woodward and Bernstein, Key & Peele, Batman and
Births
Births St. ELIZABETH BOARDMAN HOSPITAL Yamilette Vega Soto and Christian Cintron, Youngstown,
IN THE CUP!
IN THE CUP! Area holes in one Rob Palowitz of Poland aced the 142-yard No. 3 at Oak Tree Country
Richmond doesn’t belong in YSU’s football family
Opinion: Richmond doesn’t belong in YSU’s football family I completely agree with a recent letter
Even bigger & better: Season 2 of Blitz Live
Staff report Nothing beats playing high school football. Watching it is probably a close second.
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Lordstown Village Council, 6 p.m. caucus followed immediately by regular meeting,
Moment of pride for GOP
Opinion: Last year it was Kathy Miller whose racist rants shoved her onto the global political stage. Today
Trumbull County’s budget could do with a makeover
Editorial: If things were going swim- mingly in Trumbull County government, a special budget review panel would
Lessons from Taylor Swift groping
Opinion: By Michael Homans The Philadelphia Inquirer Many were not surprised by the prompt verdict Monday
The googly eyes announce that the designer of the dolls was Grace Drayton (1887-1936), a talented
The googly eyes announce that the designer of the dolls was Grace Drayton (1887-1936), a talented
Brookfield’s big men should lead the way
By JOHN BASSETTI sports@vindy.com BROOKFIELD Coach Randy Clark rattled off sizes of his
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
ADVERTISING Erik Carlson has been named PALO Creative of Youngstown’s business-development manager
Cedar Point to open Steel Vengeance coaster in 2018
Cedar Point to open Steel Vengeance coaster in 2018 SANDUSKY, OHIO Cedar Point’s FrontierTown
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
OktoBEERfest set at Hollywood Gaming AUSTINTOWN Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course
Groups celebrate 45th anniversary of Title IX
YOUNGSTOWN Young Women’s Task Force and American Association of Women of Youngstown recently
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
AROUND THE NFL | Saturday’s preseason games
Titans 34, Panthers 27 NASHVILLE, TENN. Marcus Mariota threw a touchdown pass and the Tennessee
‘Stranger’ has a strong plot
SDLqA Stranger in the House: a Novel” (Pamela Dorman Books, Viking), by Shari Lapena In her second
Brode takes over at J-M after surprise late-summer move
By MIKE McLAIN sports@vindy.com NORTH JACKSON You could say that first-year Jackson-Milton
Author Louis Picone will speak in Mentor
Author Louis Picone will speak in Mentor MENTOR, OHIO James A. Garfield National Historic Site,
Fifth annual vatra to be held Aug. 26
boardman The Youngstown-Warren chapter of the Carpatho-Rusyn Society will sponsor its fifth annual
McDonald looks to end two-year playoff drought
By STEVE RUMAN sports@vindy.com MCDONALD From 2006 until 2014, the McDonald High football
Liberty look to go up-tempo on both sides of the ball
By JOHN BASSETTI sports@vindy.com LIBERTY Coach Chet Allen advised anyone doing play-by-play
Sight for All United Foundation to host fundraiser
YOUNGSTOWN Sight for All United Foundation will host its second annual Eye Ball black-tie
Salem looks to return to playoffs despite key losses
By DAN HINER sports@vindy.com SALEM After a 10-2 season and a playoff appearance in 2015, the
Duke University removes damaged Robert E. Lee statue
Associated Press DURHAM, N.C. Duke University removed a statue of Gen. Robert E. Lee early
ON AREA LINKS | Golf League Scores
BEDFORD TRAILS Gergel’s Tuesday Night Ladies — Low gross: Barb Wollitz 36; Abby Mills 38; Joy
Ed Puskas: Changes have come; more are on the way
On and off the field, Valley teams are experiencing change
Expectations high for Warren JFK after 2016 state title
By STEVE RUMAN sports@vindy.com WARREN The Warren John F. Kennedy Eagles will enter the season
RUNNERS, TO YOUR MARK … Upcoming races and walks
AUGUST 27 — Panerathon at Covelli Centre, 229 Front Street, Youngstown. Registration begins at 8
Crawford sets championship tone for Canfield
By TOM WILLIAMS williams@vindy.com CANFIELD Football coaches welcome the chance to coach elite
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
MILESTONES
MILESTONES EDUCATION YSU grad named STEM Teacher of Year Adrienne Unertl, a 2001 Youngstown
THE GREATEST GOLFER OF THE VALLEY TOURNAMENT: DAY 2 SCORES
(*) denotes scorecard playoff winner men 17 handicap Jay Moore, Avalon at Squaw Creek82-79—161
SPORTS fanfare
Community football is about giving back Fanfare: Hats off to Keland Logan for spearheading this
Spain probes missing imam, mysterious explosion
Associated Press RIPOLL, Spain A missing imam and a house that exploded days ago became the
The lore and lure of eclipses
Associated Press WASHINGTON It’s not just the skies that get dark when there’s a total solar
Ohio State QB wants passing grade on field
Can Ohio State quarterback J.T. Barrett become a better passer?
Saturday’s other MLB GAMES
AMERICAN LEAGUE Mariners 7, Rays 6 ST. PETERSBURG Mitch Haniger hit a grand slam, Nelson Cruz
Trump to skip Kennedy Center Honors program
Trump to skip Kennedy Center Honors program BRIDGEWATER, N.J. Acknowledging that he has become
RACING roundup
Xfinity Food City 300 Kyle Busch completes sweep at Bristol BRISTOL, TENN. It’s Bristol Motor
Wildfire forces evacuations in eclipse zone
Associated Press SISTERS, Ore. Evacuation orders were issued for about 600 residents in a prime
Counterprotesters block neo-Nazi march to prison
Associated Press BERLIN Left-wing groups and Berlin residents prevented more than 500 far-
TODAY’S TEE TIMES
TODAY’S TEE TIMES THE LAKE CLUB Front Nine 8:52 a.m. Ed Seeco Chuck Montgomery Skip Watt
Playhouse opens season as cast hits home run with ‘Osage County’
By Eric McCrea entertain@vindy.com The Youngstown Playhouse began its 93rd season Friday night
Where are foreclosed houses?
Opinion: By Jim Hightower Otherwords We know that millions of American families lost their homes after
Saturday, August 19 (76 stories)
Satirist, activist Dick Gregory dies at 84
Dick Gregory, who broke racial barriers in the 1960s and used his humor to spread messages of social justice and nutritional health, has died. He was 84.
UPDATE: Niles shooting victim is teenage boy
Police are on the scene of a shooting that happened this afternoon.
Drivers beware: 2 OVI checkpoints tonight in Boardman
Two OVI checkpoints are set for tonight in the township.
Today's North Side homecoming celebrates Rayen neighborhood revitalization, history
When Joyce Davidson first moved to Cordova Avenue on the North Side more than two decades ago, she saw few people outside walking.
Hundreds of students move in to campus housing today at YSU
Just one year ago Breann Jones was a freshman moving into her Youngstown State University dormitory for the first time.
Thousands chanting anti-Nazi slogans in Boston squash conservative rally
Protesters also gathered Saturday outside Trump's private golf club in New Jersey where he recently spent a 17-day vacation, staging a "No Hate in the Garden State" rally, with those in attendance sharply rebuking Trump's handling of the protests in Charlottesville. Many also blasted his assertion that "both sides" - the white supremacists and the counterprotesters - were to blame for the violence that left one protester dead.
Trumps will skip Kennedy Center Honors, nor host honorees
Acknowledging that he has become a “political distraction,” President Donald Trump has decided to skip the festivities surrounding the annual Kennedy Center Honors arts awards later this year, the White House announced Saturday amid the continuing fallout over Trump’s stance on last weekend’s white supremacist demonstration in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Greatest Golfer Day 1 leaders - ALL divisions
Day 1 of Greatest Golfer is over, and here are the top 5 by division.
Greatest bounce: Fortunate shot has Jones in contention
Brandon Pluchinsky leads the Pete Mollica open division with a first-round 66.
Strike imminent at YSU, source says
There’s a 95 percent chance that Youngstown State University’s faculty will strike, a source told The Vindicator
Former YSU star Rivers likely to miss 2017
ESPN reports Derek Rivers tore his ACL and sprained the LCL in his left knee.
Mooney’s Wollet scores two goals vs. South Range
Friday night was filled with firsts during the Cardinal Mooney-South Range girls soccer season opener.
East, Chaney double up on math, reading for freshmen
“We aren’t taking them out of a music or an art class, but just asking them to use more time, maybe a study hall period, on those two areas,” she said. “We just needed a little more time to help us close that achievement gap, so we found time within the school schedule.”
MVSD answers only some of judges’ questions about $5 million refund
In various places in the response, the MVSD says it does not know the customers to whom Youngstown, Niles and McDonald sell water.
Critical scrimmage for Penguins today
By DAN HINER sports@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown State football team has one more
St. Vincent to open new dining hall Monday
The new dining hall at 252 E. Wood St. in the fellowship hall of St. Cyril and Methodius Church will open Monday with a pot luck lunch
SPORTS DIGEST || Six-run third fuels Scrappers victory
Nolan Jones hit three doubles as the Mahoning Valley Scrappers shelled the Batavia Muckdogs, 8-2.
Charlie Cox, Finn Jones on playing superheroes in ‘Defenders’ Marvel-ous roles
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK Maybe you know them as Iron Fist and Daredevil.
PBS marks 40 years since Voyager launch
By MARCIA DUNN AP Aerospace Writer CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. Forty years after blasting off,
Record Reviews
Shelby Lynne and Allison Moorer Album: “Not Dark Yet” (Silver Cross/Thirty Tigers) Grade: A
Moore: humor will save Dems
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK Things may look bleak for Democrats these
After video is played, federal judge refuses to grant bond to Hunter
Hunter's mother and pastor testified Friday that he has strong family ties and helps his family and his church, but they did not see the video that he made where he went on a profanity-laced rant against a woman he thought was accusing him of being an informant.
Huntington Bank, United Way team up for book-bag giveaway
Schools that identify students in need will receive the bookbags for the 2017-18 school year
Ground broken on The Enclave
The decision to build a student-housing complex at Youngstown State University wasn’t just about business, it was personal.
Final Fred Perry Motorcycle Benefit Run is Sunday
The Perry Family gathered at Green Haven Memorial Gardens before the start of the 27th and final Fred Perry Motorcycle Run Sunday afternoon.
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 69 and is currently
Soothe the nation? Trump struggles
Associated Press WASHINGTON For Susan Bro, mother of the woman killed at a rally organized by
Spanish plan for carnage started with botched blast
Associated Press BARCELONA, Spain A cell of at least nine extremists meticulously plotted to
FRiday’s MLB GAMES
AMERICAN LEAGUE Indians 10, Royals 1 KANSAS CITY Corey Kluber put together another Cy Young-
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1237.76-0.03 Aqua America, .71
Trump’s critics unfair
Opinion: By Mark Davis The Dallas Morning News I believe the appropriate maxim is, “Better late than
Judge: Ex-treasure hunter should remain jailed for contempt
Associated Press COLUMBUS A judge says an ex-treasure hunter should remain jailed on contempt-
Pride Center picnic
Pride Center picnic youngstown There will be a free picnic at The Pride Center, 1523 Poland
Handgun safety
Handgun safety Lowellville The Lowellville Rod and Gun Club, 6225 Quarry Road, will have a basic
Asian carp found near Lake Michigan got past barriers
By JOHN FLESHER AP Environmental Writer TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. An adult Asian carp found in a
THE GREATEST GOLFER OF THE VALLEY TOURNAMENT: DAY 1 SCORES
MILL CREEK NORTH COURSE men 17 handicap Paul Marovich, Rolling Hills Golf Course80 Ryan
white house Bannon out as Trump’s top adviser
Associated Press WASHINGTON Steve Bannon, the blunt-spoken and divisive strategist who rose from
HIGH SCHOOLS
HIGH SCHOOLS BOYS GOLF MCDONALD 170, MINERAL RIDGE 197 Mahoning Country Club (front 9, par
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BRIDGE
BRIDGE Q. Neither vulnerable, as South, you hold: xA 8 5 uA K 9 3 vA 4 w10 9 6 5 Partner opens
Knowing vegetation benefits anglers
Who knew a green thumb would come in handy for a fisherman? Many varieties of terrestrial
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Brier Hill Italian Fest, noon to midnight: The Rocco Monaco Band
Shining a spotlight on blue jays
My daughter Nora and her husband recently returned from a trip to Colorado. Within a day, she
Hot stock tip: Chicken Soup for the Soul
Associated Press NEW YORK “These are the times that try men’s souls,” was written more than two
State unemployment up in July
Ohio’s unemployment rate was 5.2 percent in July 2017, up from 5 percent in June 2017. Ohio’s nonagricultural wage and salary
Births
Births St. JOSEPH WARREN HOSPITAL Robin Holt and Michael Cunningham, Williamsfield, boy, Aug.
Eclipse weather forecast: Best in West, least in East
Associated Press WASHINGTON The early eclipse weather forecast looks best in the West and least
Federal judge delays sentencing man who plotted to kill US military members
By ANDREW WELSH-HUGGINS Associated Press COLUMBUS A federal judge Friday delayed a
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Realty site utilizes drone photography YOUNGSTOWN ByceREALTY, a division of ByceAUCTION Ltd.,
Taylor Swift left ‘a blank space, baby’ on social media
Taylor Swift left ‘a blank space, baby’ on social media NEW YORK Taylor Swift had a “blank
Police: Teen dies after fall in temple
Police: Teen dies after fall in temple ROBBINSVILLE, N.J. Federal officials are investigating
Court: NY can deny key pipeline permit
ALBANY, N.Y. In a decision held up as an affirmation of the right of states to reject major oil
Police shoot man who stabs 8 in Finland; 2 dead
Associated Press HELSINKI A man stabbed eight people Friday in Finland’s western city of Turku,
Dashcam video shows white cop punching black man during stop
By MARK GILLISPIE and DAKE KANG Associated Press CLEVELAND A dashcam video of a traffic stop
Trump OKs plan to create independent cyber command
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump has approved a long-delayed Pentagon plan to
Canada Alleged Yahoo hacker agrees to extradition to US
Associated Press HAMILTON, Ontario A Canadian man accused in a massive hack of Yahoo emails
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: To be
Not real news: a look at what didn’t happen this week
Associated Press A roundup of some of the most popular, but completely untrue, headlines of the
Institute for public servants is good fit at Glenn College
Editorial: Long-time U.S. senator and pioneer astronaut John H. Glenn left no shortage of legacies. Now he has
Real journalists risk their lives in order to bring you real news
Opinion: By Craig Forman Special to McClatchy “Enemy of the American people,” DishonestMedia, “garbage
Friday, August 18 (135 stories)
St.Vincent de Paul to start serving meals at new site Monday
Leaders of the St. Vincent de Paul Society are hopeful the new dining hall will serve regular clients and bring in new clients.
MVSD responds to judges, but not completely
The filing apparently doesn’t provide some of the information the judges sought but gives a point-by-point response to other issues.
Thursday's Trumbull County tornado was an EF-1
Officials with the National Weather Service say they have confirmed at least one tornado touchdown occurred Thursday night in Trumbull County.
Final Fred Perry motorcycle run Sunday afternoon
The trip is a tradition that precedes a decades-spanning celebration of the life of father, grandfather and renowned motorcycle mechanic, Fred Perry.
1,000 bookbags for students in 4-county area
A joint partnership of Huntington Bank and The United Way has produced more than 1,000 bookbags for students in need throughout Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana and Mercer counties.
Math intervention or enrichment to set East, Chaney freshman on path to success
East and Chaney high schools will be providing double math and reading periods in school to set ninth-graders up for success.
Profanity-laced video overrides mom, pastor's testimony for judge in Hunter case
His mother and pastor testified Friday that Brian Hunter has strong family ties and helps his family and his church, but they did not see a video played in federal court that Hunter made last June where he went on a profanity-laced rant against a woman he thought was accusing him of being an informant.
$200K bond set for child porn suspect
Bond was set at $200,000 Friday for a Campbell man facing child-pornography charges.
Tina McMahon facing drug, vandalism charges after incident with cops
A township woman faces numerous criminal charges of possession of dangerous drugs, possession of drugs, vandalism to property owned by a government entity and possession of drug paraphernalia after police were called to Afton Avenue Thursday in reference to her “going door-to-door asking for a ride,” according to a police report.
TRUMBULL TORNADO | Tornado was an EF-1, weather service confirms
Pat Arnal, Fowler Township road superintendent, stands with two of his grandchildren, Colton and Kenley Kish, along his driveway off state Route 193 in Fowler Township, where 11 of his trees came down in the storms that passed through Trumbull County Thursday night.
Former YSU football star Rivers out for the season
Former Youngstown State defensive end Derek Rivers will miss his rookie season with a knee injury.
Citing Trump remarks, entire president’s arts council quits
Citing Trump remarks, entire president’s arts council quits
Ex-Vanderbilt football player sentenced to 15 years in rape
Ex-Vanderbilt football player sentenced to 15 years in rape
Woman charged with endangering children and inducing panic after overdose
Woman charged with endangering children and inducing panic after overdose
TRUMP REACTIONS | Corker says criticism meant to influence
Corker says criticism meant to influence Trump
Campbell man arraigned on child-pornography charges
Campbell man arraigned on child-pornography charges
Cops: Mom burned son, put him on leash, locked him in cage
Cops: Mom burned son, put him on leash, locked him in cage
Boston mayor: Violence won’t be tolerated at weekend rally
Boston mayor: Violence won’t be tolerated at weekend rally
Tillerson condemns hate speech, says bigotry is un-American
Tillerson condemns hate speech, says bigotry is un-American
BARCELONA | One American killed, one was injured in terrorist attacks
BARCELONA | One American killed, one was injured in terrorist attacks
US stocks slide again as industrial companies and banks drop
US stocks slide again as industrial companies and banks drop
St. Vincent de Paul Society announces opening of new location
St. Vincent de Paul Society announces opening of new location
Fox’s James Murdoch slams Trump’s Charlottesville response
Fox’s James Murdoch slams Trump’s Charlottesville response
Austintown Pediatrics awards scholarships
Austintown Pediatrics awards scholarships AUSTINTOWN Nathan Hevener of Austintown and Kaitlin
CLUB CALENDAR
associations Guilford Lake Civic Association will have its annual covered dish picnic at 6 p.m.
BARCELONA | 5 suspects killed after 2nd terrorist attack in Spain
Police are working on the theory that the Cambrils and Barcelona attacks are connected, as well as a Wednesday night explosion in the town of Alcanar in which one person was killed. They said the Cambrils suspects carried bomb belts.
Boy Scout troop had work done on Suburban involved in fatal crash, including tires
They also replaced the right rear tire about a month earlier because its tread had come loose from the rest of the tire. The tire did not deflate, which apparently prevented the Suburban from having a serious crash.
Pridon proves there’s no place like home with his longest drive
With two former champions, including defending champ Patsy Daltorio in the finals field, Canfield’s Jason Pridon knew that he would have to be at his very best if he expected to win Thursday’s Greatest Golfer Long Drive Championship.
Youngstown man gets 27-year sentence for beating son
It took a jury only 40 minutes Tuesday to conclude Triplett did inflict beatings, fractures and whippings on a son he knew only for four months.
Twins stop Indians’ 6-game streak
Max Kepler made up for a fielding mistake in the top of the inning with the go-ahead home run in the bottom of the seventh, sending the Minnesota Twins to a 4-2 victory over Cleveland in the second game on Thursday night to salvage a doubleheader split with the Indians.
SPORTS DIGEST || Scrappers rained out against Batavia
The Mahoning Valley Scrappers and Batavia Muckdogs were rained out on Thursday night at Dwyer Stadium.
Tornado touches down in Trumbull County
For about 20 minutes in Trumbull County, it seemed like deja vu.
‘Logan Lucky’ is sure to make you smile
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer “Logan Lucky” is an easy movie to like, but maybe not love. In
‘Hitman’s Bodyguard’ is an action-packed escape Explosively fun
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer There’s not a whole lot that’s new about “The Hitman’s
YSU marching band plans two events
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown State University’s Marching Pride has scheduled two events to
Changes at Renea school of dance
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Lindsay Renea (Benton), founder and director of the Lindsay Renea Dance
METRO DIGEST || $250 school vouchersd
Ohio utilities board signs off on rate hike COLUMBUS Ohio regulators have rejected appeals of an
Youngstown board approves contract with city’s ranking police officers union
The contract includes no salary increase, but maintains employee health care contributions at 10 percent.
Politicians, advocates question Sen. Portman’s regulatory reform bill
Local advocates argue it could make it harder for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to fight the opioid crisis and for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to keep lead out of water.
Warren police charge four women in effort to curb prostition near downtown
Warren police charge four women in effort to curb prostition near downtown
Bill Johnson provides legislative update at event
U.S. Rep. Bill Johnson, a Republican from Marietta, discussed several issues with clients of Chemical Bank on Thursday.
New scanner improves search for contraband
Sheriff Jerry Greene discusses a new full-body scanner at the Mahoning County jail. Greene said Thursday the scanner will help keep contraband out of the jail.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Brier Hill Italian Fest, 4-11 p.m.: The old neighborhood will be
Future kindergartners visit Safety Village
Boardman’s PTA hosted the Safety Village event to teach kindergarten students safety information at Boardman Junior High School on Aug. 10.
AROUND THE HORN | Thursday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 5, Rays 3 TORONTO Justin Smoak hit a tiebreaking home run in the
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 2-under 68 to tie
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing The Church of Jesus Christ, 185 N. Canfield-Niles Road (state Route 46 and
GREATEST EVENTS
TOURNAMENT Schedule Mill Creek North, today: 8 a.m. Mill Creek South, today: 8 a.m. Tippecanoe
Emily Conroy | Nathaniel Forrider
Salem Emily Conroy and Nathaniel Forrider were united in marriage May 13 at The Barn and Gazebo,
Williamses mark 60 years of marriage
Columbiana Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Williams of Columbiana celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary
HIGH SCHOOLS
HIGH SCHOOLS THURSDAY’S RESULTS BOYS GOLF STRUTHERS 191, CAMPBELL 201 STRUTHERS — Anthony
For some, chasing eclipses across the globe is ... A WAY OF LIFE
Associated Press WASHINGTON While Monday’s total solar eclipse in the U.S. will be a once-
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Bradley J. Gonda, 37, of 4856 Pine Trace St.,
Nobody likes funerals
Opinion: By Gina Barreca The Hartford Courant “Just leave me on the A train,” said my father. “It’ll take
Oldest American celebrates 114th birthday in Pa.
Associated Press HUNTINGDON, Pa. The oldest known living person in the United States is
Can-do attitude fueling optimism for cool plant
Editorial: In October 2016, Mitchell Joseph, a Youngstown native and CEO of The Joseph Company International,
Robotics Camp offers STEM skills
The fourth annual Robotics Camp for fifth- through eighth-graders took place at Canfield High School on Aug. 7-11, with approximately 40 first-year, second-year and third-year students attending.
Founder of the 100+ Foundation honored
youngstown Founder of the 100+ Foundation, Anner Hardin, was honored at a ceremony Aug. 13 at
Drugged driving rises as a menace
Associated Press COLUMBUS An SUV crashed after all four occupants overdosed on heroin in North
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
2 years brewing AUSTINTOWN Paladin Brewing, located at 6520 Mahoning Ave., is celebrating its
Apple CEO pledges $2M to fight hate
SAN FRANCISCO Apple is donating $2 million to two human rights groups as part of CEO Tim Cook’s
Officer who shot boy feared gunfight
Associated Press COLUMBUS The white Ohio police officer who fatally shot a black 13-year-old
Why hate came to the progressive island of Charlottesville
Associated Press CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. The white nationalists behind last weekend’s violent rally
Grim subway reality: Corpses sometimes kept in break rooms
Associated Press NEW YORK It’s a largely overlooked but gory reality of the New York City subway
Tech companies banish extremists
It took bloodshed in Charlottesville to get tech companies to do what civil rights groups have been calling for for years: take a firmer stand against accounts used to promote hate and violence.
METRO DIGEST || Mosquitoes test positive for W. Nile
Mosquitoes test positive for W. Nile YOUNGSTOWN Mosquitoes from Mahoning County have tested
Trump digs in, lashes out at allies
Associated Press BRIDGEWATER, N.J. With prominent Republicans openly questioning his competence
TERROR IN SPAIN: AT LEAST 13 KILLED
Associated Press BARCELONA, Spain A van veered onto a promenade and barreled down the busy
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown:
Starbucks founder questions US ‘moral fiber’
Associated Press SEATTLE Starbucks founder and chairman Howard Schultz says the events
Three indicted in relation to West Side meth lab
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted 25 people Thursday
Democratic aspirants for governor have chance to reach out to voters
Opinion: The Democratic candidates for governor will debate for the first time Sept. 12 in Martins Ferry, a
Nobel winner shot for promoting education to study at Oxford
Nobel winner shot for promoting education to study at Oxford LONDON Nobel Peace Prize winner
Tested: Ohio State stacked with quality 5th-year players
Tested: Ohio State stacked with quality 5th-year players Fitch graduate Price among the leaders
Thursday’s NFL Preseason Games
Eagles 20, Bills 16 PHILADELPHIA Of all the high-profile players making debuts in a new uniform,
Lori Nestor | Ernest Ramsey
Boardman Lori Nestor and Ernest Ramsey were married May 10 at the Mahoning County Courthouse with
Families experience Arabian Night tales
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Eight high school students visited five libraries
Canfield Sports Briefs
Girls golf defeats Lakeview The girls golf team at Canfield claimed victory over Lakeview with a
Children Learn Yoga at Austintown Library
The Austintown library hosted a yoga lesson called Build a Better You! for children ages 2-5 on Aug 9.
Local people showcase special talents at first-ever show
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Purple Cat Productions hosted their first ever
Austintown Community Briefs
Acupuncture happy hour Improve your physical and mental well-being by joining Ohio Naturopathic
Children rewarded with ice cream at library event
The Poland library rewarded the children in the summer reading program with an Ice Cream Bash at the library on Aug. 8.
Poland Community Briefs
Mahoning County 4-H royal court announced The 2017 Mahoning County 4-H Royal Court has recently
Locals showcase special talents
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Purple Cat Productions hosted their first ever
Yurcics planning party, Mass for 50th anniversary
Gallatin, Tenn. George and Theresa Yurcic celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary June 24, with
Children use lemonade stand to raise money for families in need
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children ages 3-10 years-old are learning what
Poland resident showcases academic talents
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Luke Martinucci, a Poland resident and student at
Nicole Pavlichich, Patrick Gessler to wed Sept. 23
austintown Peter and Desa Pavlichich of Austintown and Susan Gessler, also of Austintown and Brian
Boardman Sports Briefs
Neighbors Blitz to youth football Football season is on the horizon and Neighbors needs your help
Austintown announces 2017-2018 policy for free and reduced-price meals
Austintown Local School District recently announced its 2017-2018 program year policy for free and
Snake celebrates 20th birthday for fans
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The rat snake at Ford Nature Center celebrated
Austintown Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants autumn sports news Autumn athletics have arrived and Neighbors wants to be there
Gridiron Club grills up steak dinner
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Members of the Canfield Gridiron Club served as grill
Library guests bond over needlework
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Members from the Youngstown Embroiderer’s
Children learn lessons about agriculture at Sprout Club
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Fellows Riverside Gardens hosted its monthly
Maurie Testa, Scott Harmon plan fall nuptials
BOARDMAN Joan Testa of Boardman and Todd and Shari Harmon of Canfield are announcing the
Families gather at local park for night of fun
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Families and people of all ages went to Boardman
Boo Squad raises money for families in need
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children ages 3-10 years-old are learning what
POLICE CALLS IN BOARDMAN
Aug. 3 Arrest: Authorities at Boardman Area Court on Market Street picked up Michael E. Baun, 32,
Former Boardman student receives athletic award
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Boardman alumnus, Ryan Bailey, was honored with
Boardman Community Briefs
Acupuncture happy hour Improve your physical and mental well-being by joining Ohio Naturopathic
Canfield Community Briefs
Acupuncture happy hour Improve your physical and mental well-being by joining Ohio Naturopathic
Poland Sports Briefs
Varsity wins tourney The Poland boys varsity soccer team started the exhibition season after a
Local entertainment at Boardman Park
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Guests set up their seats as The Wrangler Band
Poland Historical Society plans fundraising bus trip
The Poland Historical Society has announced plans for a fundraiser bus trip to Cambridge, Ohio to
Lemonade stand raises money for families in need
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children ages 3-10 years-old are learning what
Kochert recognized by the Ohio Federation of Republican Women
The Canfield Republican Women’s Club recently announced that Nancy Kochert has been recognized by
Motorcycle run raises funds for dogs and cats
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Motorcyclists revved their engines on July 16
Thursday, August 17 (118 stories)
Mahoning jail's airport-style body scanner improves contraband detection
A new body scanner will help prevent inmates from smuggling drugs and weapons into the Mahoning County jail, officials said.
2 men's fight over tricycle leaves Mahoning judge flummoxed
You can perhaps call Thursday’s sentencing of George Buchanan in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court to four years in prison “The Case of the Cursed Tricycle.”
26th Brier Hill fest gets underway tonight
Despite the ominous clouds hanging over the Valley, scores of people were lined up at food vendors and occupying rows of tables set up for the weekend festivities.
Tripplett gets 27 years for beating, whipping, burning 4-year-old son
Patty Amendolea of Children Services told the judge the boy had a burn on his elbow that may leave a permanent scar, fractured ribs, a fractured elbow and his back was covered with welts from being whipped with a cord.
Youngstown panel approves police pact with no raises
The board of control approved a three-year contract Thursday with the city’s ranking police officers union that includes no salary increase.
4 arrested for prostitution in Warren police sting
Four area women were arraigned Thursday in Warren Municipal Court on misdemeanor soliciting prostitution or loitering to engage in soliciting prostitution after Warren police conducted an undercover investigation Wednesday night.
Boardman arrests several on drug charges
Township police made numerous drug arrests between Wednesday and Thursday, according to police reports.
BARCELONA | Vatican increases security for pope's public events
Pope Francis is praying for the victims of the Barcelona van attack and expressing his closeness to their families.
BARCELONA | Death toll revised back to 13
The government in Spain’s Catalonia region has revised the death toll from the van attack in Barcelona back up to 13.
BARCELONA | 2 cops knocked down by car; unknown if related to earlier attack
The police force for Spain’s Catalonia region says a car knocked down two police officers at a traffic checkpoint in Barcelona.
BARCELONA | Islamic State claims responsibility for deadly attack
The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for the van attack in Barcelona that officials say killed 12 people and injured many others.
BARCELONA | Oregon State, Clemson, Arizona basketball teams all safe
Tulane also was playing in Barcelona, but it was unclear if they were staying in the same hotel as the other teams.
BARCELONA | 12 killed, 80 wounded, 15 seriously in terror attack
A white van jumped up onto a sidewalk and sped down a pedestrian zone Thursday in Barcelona’s historic Las Ramblas district, swerving from side to side as it plowed into tourists and residents. Authorities said 12 people were killed and 80 were wounded, 15 of them seriously, in what they called a terror attack. Two people have been arrested.
Covelli Centre to host boxing event
The Covelli Centre is hosting a Youngstown vs. Italy boxing event on Oct. 5.
Stuff the Bus backpack giveaway is Friday in downtown Youngstown
Stuff the Bus backpack giveaway is Friday in downtown Youngstown
Mosquitoes with West Nile Virus found in Mahoning County
Mosquitoes with West Nile Virus found in Mahoning County
Cleveland Clinic will pull event from Mar-a-Lago resort
Cleveland Clinic will pull event from Mar-a-Lago resort
After 45 years, murder conviction scratched for Michigan man
After 45 years, murder conviction scratched for Michigan man
Ohio utilities board signs off on FirstEnergy rate hike
Ohio utilities board signs off on FirstEnergy rate hike
Neuroscientist who studied Einstein’s brain dies at 90
Neuroscientist who studied Einstein’s brain dies at 90
Tech companies banishing extremists after Charlottesville
Tech companies banishing extremists after Charlottesville
Triplett gets 27 years in prison for beating his son
Triplett gets 27 years in prison for beating his son
Amid US racial divisions, Auschwitz memorial issues warning
Amid US racial divisions, Auschwitz memorial issues warning
Hidden camera discovered in Ohio council chambers riles members
Hidden camera discovered in Ohio council chambers riles members
Argument over a tricycle ends in man getting 4-year prison term
Argument over a tricycle ends in man getting 4-year prison term
Activists question Sen. Portman’s regulatory reform
Activists question Sen. Portman’s regulatory reform
Trump hits Lindsey Graham over alleged ‘disgusting lie’
Trump hits Lindsey Graham over alleged ‘disgusting lie’
Youngstown police search home of man whose father is on trial for murder
Youngstown police search home of man whose father is on trial for murder
Nobel winner shot for education advocacy to study at Oxford
Nobel winner shot for education advocacy to study at Oxford
US Rep. Bill Johnson discusses issues at Holiday Inn in Boardman
US Rep. Bill Johnson discusses issues at Holiday Inn in Boardman
Markets Right Now: Stocks open lower on Wall Street
Markets Right Now: Stocks open lower on Wall Street
4 Warren women arraigned today on prostitution charges
4 Warren women arraigned today on prostitution charges
Motorcyclist injured in accident in Jackson Township
Motorcyclist injured in accident in Jackson Township
Powerball jackpot climbs to $510 million, 8th largest
Powerball jackpot climbs to $510 million, 8th largest
Teacher shoots himself in classroom at Georgia high school
Teacher shoots himself in classroom at Georgia high school
US factory output slips in July on tumbling auto production
US factory output slips in July on tumbling auto production
Spartans working hard to earn another trip
The Boardman High School’s boys golf team once again is swinging for state after placing sixth last year in the Division I tournament in Columbus.
Ohio Black Republicans back Trump's statements about Charlottesville violence
The group, headed by Tracey Winbush of Youngstown, blames the media for promoting the rally
YPD expected today to switch to encrypted radios
Installation and training has been ongoing throughout this week.
YSU’s ex-quarterback Hosick recovers from severe injury to give safety a shot
Trent Hosick didn’t have to come back to the football team this year.
SPORTS DIGEST || Alonso leads Muckdogs past Scrappers
Lazaro Alonso had two hits and two RBIs as the Batavia Muckdogs topped the Mahoning Valley Scrappers 10-6 on Wednesday.
Prosecutor: Teen accused of killing neighbor, 94, to remain in juvenile detention unless he misbehaves
Larosa, of Lafayette Avenue, is charged with aggravated murder, attempted rape, aggravated robbery and aggravated burglary in the death of Marie Belcastro. Mental-health professionals found Larosa to have attention deficit disorder, mood disorder and “some mental-health issues” dating back to age 8 – but not mental illness, Judge Stabile Harwood said. .
Major changes in the works for busy Route 46 corridor in Howland
First on the list is a solution to the accident-prone and congested routes 46 and 82 intersection, especially for drivers traveling north on Route 46 from the Eastwood Mall area and then west on state Route 82 toward Warren or Champion.
Struthers' man's peacocks find new home at Purple Cat ranch
A gift for his wife has become a gift for everyone.
‘Death of a Showgirl’ at Rust Belt
‘Death of a Showgirl’ at Rust Belt Rust Belt Theater Company will present the premiere of its
Playhouse opens its season with 'August: Osage County'
The wrenching but darkly humorous drama won the Tony Award for Best Play in 2008.
YESTIVAL at Nautica
YESTIVAL at Nautica YES, featuring (from left) Billy Sherwood, Jon Davison, Steve Howe, Alan White
Awesome Foundation seeks proposals through Sept. 8
The foundation is a part of a global community with 85 chapters that has the goal of funding “awesome” projects with $1,000 microgrants.
Zac Brown Band on the 50-yard line
The Grammy-winning country act is happy to break in the Ice Castle as a major music venue, and it shouldn't be difficult. After all, Youngstowners are used to having a good time at Stambaugh Stadium.
Salem theater puts artist’s life on display
Staff report SALEM “Burchfield’s Homecoming,” a one-man play featuring Chris Fidram as Charles
One way or another, Struthers plans to remove Mahoning River dam
The city wants to free up the flow of the Mahoning River.
Gilchrist named new director of Inspiring Minds Youngstown
Gilchrist is a YSU grad and a business owner
Campbell man arrested on child-porn charges after raid
Agents raided Campbell home Wednesday morning
Man gets 4 years in showering burglar case
Merchant would break in, cook, use the shower, then leave a mess behind.
America Makes celebrates 5 years
Rob Gorham, left, executive director of American Makes, and founding director Ralph Resnick celebrate the additive manufacturing hub’s fifth birthday Wednesday with several guests at its downtown Youngstown operation.
around the horn Wednesday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 3, Rays 2 TORONTO Marcus Stroman pitched 61/3 innings, Steve Pearce
Tools for less pain
Tools for less pain Don’t let arthritis or chronic pain stop you from gardening, just choose the
Natural Selection: Discoveries in Bloom
Natural Selection: Discoveries in Bloom When: Tuesday–Sunday, through Sept. 17, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Fish add serenity, but need special care
By Pam Baytos OSU master gardener volunteer By creating the proper environment, you can turn
Victim’s mom: ‘Make my child’s death worthwhile’
Associated Press CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. The mother of the young woman mowed down while protesting
Ohio reports its 1st human case of West Nile for 2017
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio health officials have confirmed the first human case of West Nile
Express Scripts to limit opioids; doctors concerned
Associated Press ST. LOUIS The nation’s largest pharmacy benefit manager will soon limit the
Search for boater ends at Lake Milton
Search for boater ends at Lake Milton CRAIG BEACH The search for Kyle Alspaugh, 29, of East
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Logan Lucky (PG-13) Trying to reverse a family curse, brothers Jimmy and Clyde
Salvation Army Auxiliary plans fashion show Saturday
Salvation Army Auxiliary plans fashion show Saturday
Ted Nugent at Packard hall
Ted Nugent at Packard hall Ted Nugent will bring his Rockin America Again tour to Packard Music
OSU Extension Office offers plant, pest diagnostics
By David Sprague OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer The Canfield Fair is right around the
Black bottoms = end rot
Q. My tomatoes growing in containers have black bottoms on the fruit. What is causing this and what
Trees snap
Trees snap The non-native, invasive emerald ash borer continues to kill ash trees throughout the
Police say woman stole money meant for families of crash victims
Associated Press AKRON An Ohio woman who raised money to support the families of two teenagers
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard, Liberty and Hubbard: GIRARD Aug.
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Salvation Army plans fashion show
BOARDMAN The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary will host a fashion show and auction at 11 a.m.,
Apollo Maennerchor, 391 S. Dock St., Sharon, Pa.
Apollo Maennerchor, 391 S. Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Sun: Angela Perley, 7 p.m. Barrel 33, 8208 E.
Tara Winebold is awarded scholarship
Tara Winebold is awarded scholarship lake bluff, ill. Tara Winebold, a 2017 Struthers High
US demands big changes to NAFTA
Associated Press WASHINGTON The United States won’t settle for cosmetic changes to the North
Survey: Citizens of many US allies trust Putin over Trump
Associated Press WASHINGTON Vladimir Putin is more trusted than Donald Trump to do the right
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Brookfield Township trustees, 8 a.m., special meeting, administration building, 6844
Ted Nugent, David Crosby are locked in a stranglehold
Ted Nugent and David Crosby are about as far apart as you can get in terms of music – and socio-
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Online filings COLUMBUS Secretary of State Jon Husted announced Wednesday that 100 percent of
It’s ‘Christmas in July’ for Beatitude House
YOUNGSTOWN The FirstEnergy Foundation surprised the Beatitude House with an unsolicited grant of
Ohio man accused of plotting US attacks asks for leniency
Associated Press COLUMBUS A man charged with plotting to kill military members in the U.S. after
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Kearstin Nelson and Joseph Ciavarella, North Lima, girl,
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS “Terms of Endearment,” directed by Christopher Fidram, Youngstown Playhouse, 600
‘Steel Magnolias’ at Main Street Theater
‘Steel Magnolias’ at Main Street Theater Crown Theater Productions will present “Steel Magnolias”
washington GOP leaders dance around Trump remarks on Virginia rally
Associated Press NEW YORK One after another, the nation’s most powerful Republicans responded to
Council approves ordinance creating HR position in city government
Police Chief Chuck Colucci will fill that position
Warren store robbed
Warren store robbed WARREN Two armed men ordered two clerks at the Red & White store, 1104 W.
Let’s avoid more Love Canal crises
Opinion: By Lois Marie Gibbs Tribune News Service It has been almost 40 years since the nation heard the
Elvis inspired generations of fans
Opinion: By Carl Golden The Philadelphia Inquirer It’s been 40 years since the death of Elvis Presley in
Court hearing on MVSD may well be showstopper
Editorial: Based on their demand for information, it’s safe to conclude that judges Lou D’Apolito and Ronald
Advice for Jeff Bezos
Opinion: By B.J. HEGEDUS Los Angeles Times Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, one of the world’s richest people
Wednesday, August 16 (114 stories)
Youngstown police switching to encrypted scanners Thursday
Those currently monitoring police and fire calls on older scanners no longer will be able to hear the radio traffic.
America Makes additive manufacturing hub – first in U.S. — marks 5 years
Five years ago, the decision was made to put the nation’s first additive manufacturing hub in Youngstown.
Teen charged with beating 94-year-old neighbor to death running out of options
One by one, Jacob Larosa of Niles is running out of defenses for the brutal crimes he’s accused of committing against his elderly neighbor in 2015 when he was 15 years old.
Struthers applies for funds to finally remove dam on Mahoning
Plans to remove a dam in the Struthers section of the Mahoning River are finally staring to materialize.
Public can now enjoy Struthers' man's 'prettiest birds on Earth'
A pair of paint-splotch-plumed peacocks that were originally a Struthers man’s gift to his wife have now become a gift to the public.
5 road improvements planned for Howland's SR 46 area
Major changes are on the horizon for the state Route 46 corridor in Howland Township and two other nearby areas, especially the Route 46 and 82 interchange.
Woman tries to jump from window during Boardman prostitution sting
A woman who township police arrested on charges related to a prostitution investigation tried to jump out the window of the hotel where the sting took place, according to a police report.
Stephanie Gilchrist named director of Inspiring Minds
Inspiring Minds Youngstown has named city resident Stephanie Gilchrist as the full-time executive director of the local youth organization.
Neo-Nazi publisher, Ohio native says he's now banned from internet
A neo-Nazi website’s publisher with Ohio ties said Wednesday that he has “effectively been completely banned from the internet” after mocking the victim of a deadly car attack at a white nationalist rally in Virginia.
Children's immunization clinic is Thursday in Warren
Children's immunization clinic is Thursday in Warren
Cedar Point will build ‘hyper-hybrid’ roller coaster
Cedar Point will build ‘hyper-hybrid’ roller coaster
Ohio Black Republicans stand behind President Trump's statements on violent Va. rally
Ohio Black Republicans stand behind President Trump's statements on violent Va. rally
Grand jury declines to indict officers who fatally shot man
Grand jury declines to indict officers who fatally shot man
Express Scripts to limit opioids; doctors concerned
Express Scripts to limit opioids; doctors concerned
Man charged with urinating on Philadelphia synagogue walls
Man charged with urinating on Philadelphia synagogue walls
Crews on scene of three-vehicle smashup in Boardman
Crews on scene of three-vehicle smashup in Boardman
5 missing after Army helicopter goes down off Hawaii
5 missing after Army helicopter goes down off Hawaii
Country music matriarch Jo Walker-Meador dies at 93
Country music matriarch Jo Walker-Meador dies at 93
UPDATE | Charlottesville victim's mother: Channel anger into action
Charlottesville victim's mother: Channel anger into action
Former presidents Bush rebuke Trump’s neo-Nazi stance
Former presidents Bush rebuke Trump’s neo-Nazi stance
Pa. woman’s suit claims tiny rodent baked into Chick-Fil-A bun
Pa. woman’s suit claims tiny rodent baked into Chick-Fil-A bun
Police: Man electrocuted stealing copper wire at Ohio business
Police: Man electrocuted stealing copper wire at Ohio business
University of Florida bars white nationalist event
University of Florida bars white nationalist event
Campbell man arrested on child-porn charges after raid of home
Campbell man arrested on child-porn charges after raid of home
McConnell slams bigotry, doesn't address Trump's remarks
McConnell slams bigotry, doesn't address Trump's remarks
Federal court: Arkansas can block Planned Parenthood money
Federal court: Arkansas can block Planned Parenthood money
Husted announces 100 percent of all filings online for businesses
Husted announces 100 percent of all filings online for businesses
Bullet hole found in SUV on Youngstown's South Side
Bullet hole found in SUV on Youngstown's South Side
Ohio man accused of plotting US attacks asks for leniency
Ohio man accused of plotting US attacks asks for leniency
Cops: Ex-Pennsylvania police officer found passed out in car with newborn
Cops: Ex-Pennsylvania police officer found passed out in car with newborn
Ohio teacher accused of letting teens use LSD at her home
Ohio teacher accused of letting teens use LSD at her home
Confederate monuments taken down in Baltimore overnight
Confederate monuments taken down in Baltimore overnight
Ohio teen’s trial set in death of her baby found buried near home
Ohio teen’s trial set in death of her baby found buried near home
Forensic evidence presented today at Jermaine Bunn trial
Forensic evidence presented today at Jermaine Bunn trial
Section of Stavich Bike Trail in Struthers closed for repairs
Section of Stavich Bike Trail in Struthers closed for repairs
Robert Yancy, only child of singer Natalie Cole, dies at 39
Robert Yancy, only child of singer Natalie Cole, dies at 39
Warren woman faces two counts of child endangering
Warren woman faces two counts of child endangering
Armed robbers get away with cash from Warren convenience store
Armed robbers get away with cash from Warren convenience store
Arraignment hearing set in September for former Niles auditor
Arraignment hearing set in September for former Niles auditor
Markets Right Now: Retail rebound leads stocks higher
Markets Right Now: Retail rebound leads stocks higher
Open enrollment for Austintown schools for 2017-18 ends Monday
Open enrollment for Austintown schools for 2017-18 ends Monday
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Woodworth Church of the Brethren, 30 E. Western Reserve Road, Poland, will have a drive-
Police: Ohio woman stole money meant for crash victims’ families
Police: Ohio woman stole money meant for crash victims’ families
Trump leaves top strategist’s future in limbo: ‘We’ll see'
Trump leaves top strategist’s future in limbo: ‘We’ll see'
Ohio teen electrocuted while climbing transmission tower
Ohio teen electrocuted while climbing transmission tower
Thompson will be chairman of Heart Ball
Thompson will be chairman of Heart Ball girard Andrew D. Thompson, partner/vice president of
City schools CEO quits consulting job after Vindy raises questions
Youngstown schools CEO Krish Mohip acknowledged he was paid $4,000 in July by a company whose owners had done business with the school district in February via another company they also owned.
Ryan on NAFTA: we need a new model
The first round of renegotiations of the trade act are to begin today in Washington D.C.
Smith, Meiser provide experience up front
Leadership on Youngstown State’s defensive line goes from the inside out.
Attorney general says view eclipse with great care
The American Astronomical Society said it has received reports that fake solar eclipse glasses were being sold ahead of Monday’s event, according to a statement from DeWine.
Canfield takes second in Ashland Invitational
Canfield’s girls golf team took second in the Ashland George Valentine Invitational at Ashland Brookside Golf Course. Canfield’s team score was 324. Host Ashland won with a score of 318.
Poland says no to medical marijuana
Trustees unanimously vote to prohibit cultivators, processors and dispensaries in the village By
Sheriff's department to launch overdose quick-response team
Officials aim to make contact with overdose victims within 24 hours
The best apps for the solar eclipse
For the better part of a decade, I’ve been on a space exploration kick. I know I’ll never venture
Influential Beatty-Dunaway film was a misfire at first ‘Bonnie and Clyde’ at 50
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK “Bonnie and Clyde” might have indelibly captured the
Pirates defeated by Broxton’s homer
Zach Davies anticipated exactly how the Pittsburgh Pirates played
Enclave groundbreaking scheduled for Friday
Construction on the newest student-housing complex YSU will be completed in August 2018.
Youngstown school board candidates dropped from 7 to 3
Three candidates were disqualified and another withdrew.
Boardman trustees approve rezoning of 409 properties
Boardman township officials honors longtime magistrate
Seven Trumbull candidates, two liquor options off November ballot
The field of four candidates hoping to unseat two incumbents for Liberty Township trustee this November dropped by two Tuesday as the Trumbull County Board of Elections ruled Ray Dressel and Raymond Agnone Jr. would not make the ballot.
AG rep discusses opioid crisis with Children Services caseworkers
The impact of the opioid crisis on children is huge, the director says.
METRO DIGEST || Rescuing fishing boat at Milton
Rescuing fishing boat CRAIG beach Emergency personnel worked Tuesday night to rescue a fishing
Angels for Animals needs foster homes
Diane Less, founder of Angels for Animals in Green Township, shows off some of the kittens recently received at the shelter. Angels for Animals is overcrowded and needs foster homes for kittens, cats – and dogs.
METRO DIGEST || Update on missing Hubbard teen
Police have released updated vehicle information for a man suspected of being in the company of a missing 15-year-old Hubbard girl.
Racial politics haunt GOP
Associated Press NEW YORK The statue of Robert E. Lee in Charlottesville, Va., was the focus of
Angry white men are fueling racial violence consuming US
Opinion: By Dahleen Glanton Chicago Tribune Unlike the bigoted protesters in the 1960s, the demonstrators
Paradise for wine lovers
If you’re planning a trip to California wine country for harvest this year or just knocking the trip off of your “bucket list” make sure you budget some time to explore Sonoma County.
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 15
Today is Tuesday, Aug. 15, the 227th day of 2017. There are 138 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Spoon up recipes that taste like they are out of mom’s kitchen
Family Features When cooler temperatures call for something to warm you up, good, old-fashioned
Spice up school days with Mexican themed meals
Family Features Busy school days demand meals that can match the pace of life. A Mexican-themed
Surplus food
Surplus food New Bethel Baptist Church, 1507 Hillman St., Youngstown, various commodities, 9 to
notices
notices BASEBALL Youngstown Class B franchise — is looking for players in all age groups for the
Trump: Blame both sides for violence
Associated Press NEW YORK Combative and insistent, President Donald Trump declared anew Tuesday
Jail inmate charged with murder indicted on weapons offense
Austin T. Burke, charged with the June 12 aggravated murder and aggravated robbery of a Warren man, is now facing another serious charge
Fed funding awarded to Columbiana County health center
Community Action Agency of Columbiana County Inc. was the only health center in the tri-county area to receive federal funding
Presidents strive to rein in the press out of self-interest
Editorial: Protecting state secrets is a legitimate responsibility of elected and appointed officials at the
CORRECTION
CORRECTION Dan Polivka, Trumbull County commissioner, is Slovakian, Hungarian, Scottish and Irish.
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
New website YOUNGSTOWN America Makes announced Tuesday the launch of its redesigned website at
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Mahoning County Educational Service Center governing board, 4:30 p.m., regular
Korean leaders, US open door to diplomacy
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea North Korea’s military Tuesday presented leader Kim Jong Un
Ohio Star Forge in Champion seeking enterprise-zone agreement for expansion
Ohio Star Forge in Champion seeking enterprise-zone agreement for expansion
Trump should ‘speak softly’
Opinion: By Dan K. THOMASSON Tribune News Service WASHINGTON What ever happened to Theodore Roosevelt’s
The top five songs on the iTunes music charts for the most recent one-week sales period:
The top five songs on the iTunes music charts for the most recent one-week sales period: v
Austintown school board prepares for school year, reflects on energy savings
Superintendent Vincent said the district has saved $1 million from energy efficiency efforts
Today is Wednesday, Aug. 16, the 228th day of 2017. There are 137 days left in the year.
Today is Wednesday, Aug. 16, the 228th day of 2017. There are 137 days left in the year.
Tuesday, August 15 (116 stories)
Take care where you buy your eclipse glasses, Ohio AG warns
Those hoping to catch a glimpse of the solar eclipse Monday can do so with special glasses, but Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is warning consumers that some varieties of glasses aren’t safe for use in viewing the celestial spectacle.
Trumbull elections board rejects several candidates, issues
The field of four candidates hoping to unseat two incumbents for Liberty Township trustee this November dropped by two on Tuesday as the Trumbull County Board of Elections ruled Ray Dressel and Raymond Agnone Jr. would not make the ballot.
Mohip acknowledges pay from company with same owners as one he hired for services
Youngstown schools CEO Krish Mohip acknowledged he was paid $4,000 in July by a company whose owners had done business with the school district in February via another company they also owned.
Angels needs foster homes for cats, kittens, dogs
It’s kitten season and Angels for Animals needs foster homes.
Youngstown school board race shrinks to 3 on ballot seeking 3 seats
The Youngstown school board field has gone from a crowded one to having only three candidates vying for three seats after the Mahoning County Board of Elections disqualified three candidates today and another withdrew from the Nov. 7 election.
Mahoning County forming new team to prevent repeat overdoses
The Mahoning County Sheriff’s department wants to make contact with residents who overdose within 24 hours.
Distress commission requests bonus for Mohip
Youngstown City Schools Academic Distress Commission is asking the Ohio Department of Education to release a raise for school district CEO Krish Mohip.
Enclave housing, retail complex to break ground at YSU Friday
LRC Realty of Akron will break ground Friday on its Youngstown State University student housing and retail complex.
11 percent increase in kids in protective custody since 2010 from opioid crisis
County agency Director Randall Muth said it's important to focus on the impact the opioid crisis has on children because it’s huge.
Liberty's new all-day preschool has waiting list
Changes are underway for the smallest of the Liberty leopards.
Poland bans marijuana from village
Although medical marijuana sales now are legal in Ohio, it will not be made or sold in the village.
Pete told not to be alone with Bunn, mom testifies
The mother of a man who was killed at an April 2016 party testified Tuesday in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court that partygoers told her that her son was warned not to step out on the porch alone with the defendant.
Trump signs order to speed infrastructure construction
Trump signs order to speed infrastructure construction
CHARLOTTESVILLE | Trump says there is blame on both sides in Charlottesville
Trump says there is blame on both sides in Charlottesville
KSU: Workout procedures followed before player death
KSU: Workout procedures followed before player death
Feds announce charges against alleged MS-13 gang members
Feds announce charges against alleged MS-13 gang members
Police release vehicle information for man suspected of being with missing Hubbard girl
Police release vehicle information for man suspected of being with missing Hubbard girl
Police say group broke into Pennsylvania apartment and fatally shot man
Police say group broke into Pennsylvania apartment and fatally shot man
College student hospitalized after fall on camp ropes course
College student hospitalized after fall on camp ropes course
Police: Pennsylvania man passed out in cop’s car cited for drunkenness
Police: Pennsylvania man passed out in cop’s car cited for drunkenness
Federal funding awarded to Columbiana County health center
Federal funding awarded to Columbiana County health center
Arby's workers held at gunpoint during robbery in Boardman
Arby's workers held at gunpoint during robbery in Boardman
Can't wait for delivery? Amazon offers instant pickup
Can't wait for delivery? Amazon offers instant pickup
Trump's denouncement disappoints, angers white nationalists
Trump's denouncement disappoints, angers white nationalists
Lawsuit claims rodent was baked into Chick-fil-A sandwich
Lawsuit claims rodent was baked into Chick-fil-A sandwich
Sharp losses for retailers pull stock US indexes lower
Sharp losses for retailers pull stock US indexes lower
Pa. wildlife officials determine bald eagle had lead poisoning
Pa. wildlife officials determine bald eagle had lead poisoning
Thousands flee as Iraq steps up airstrikes on IS-held town
Thousands flee as Iraq steps up airstrikes on IS-held town
Theft of Dayton police chief’s city-issued gun investigated
Theft of Dayton police chief’s city-issued gun investigated
Both Korean leaders, US signal turn to diplomacy amid crisis
Both Korean leaders, US signal turn to diplomacy amid crisis
Facebook to build $750M data center in central Ohio
Facebook to build $750M data center in central Ohio
Mahoning County sheriff to assemble quick response team for overdose victims
Mahoning County sheriff to assemble quick response team for overdose victims
Area Giant Eagles collect $47,000 for Akron Children's Hospital Mahoning Valley
Area Giant Eagles collect $47,000 for Akron Children’s
Hillary Clinton's pastor plagiarized prayer at heart of book
Hillary Clinton's pastor plagiarized prayer at heart of book
First day of school at Stambaugh Charter Academy is Wednesday
First day of school at Stambaugh Charter Academy is Wednesday
At least 600 missing in deadly Sierra Leone mudslides
At least 600 missing in deadly Sierra Leone mudslides
Applications for free, reduced meals available for Liberty school students
Applications for free, reduced meals available for Liberty school students
Youngstown police investigate theft of rifles, ammo from South Side home
Youngstown police investigate theft of rifles, ammo from South Side home
Youngstown police investigate robbery of man on South Side
Youngstown police investigate robbery of man on South Side
Crosby: Talent, not politics, behind Nugent’s Rock Hall snub
Crosby: Talent, not politics, behind Nugent’s Rock Hall snub
Bad move: Cops find drugs in underwear of Austintown man at Mahoning County jail
Bad move: Cops find drugs in underwear of Austintown man at Mahoning County jail
Austintown 9-11 Memorial Park closed Wednesday through Friday
Austintown 9-11 Memorial Park closed Wednesday through Friday
Testimony starts today in Jermaine Bunn murder trial
Testimony starts today in Jermaine Bunn murder trial
Sign at Swiss hotel directed to 'Jewish guests' draws anger
Sign at Swiss hotel directed to 'Jewish guests' draws anger
Judges reject appeal over Ohio juror who slept during testimony
Judges reject appeal over Ohio juror who slept during testimony
High-tech US plants offer jobs even as the laid-off struggle
High-tech US plants offer jobs even as the laid-off struggle
Euclid mayor vows review after cop punches driver in traffic stop
Euclid mayor vows review after cop punches driver in traffic stop
Oops? Trump retweets critic saying 'he's a fascist'
Oops? Trump retweets critic saying 'he's a fascist'
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch Class of 1955 will meet at 2 p.m. Aug. 26 at the home of Dr. Barbara Brothers.
Summer movie revenue is down, but bright spots abound Box office bummer
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK On their face, the numbers are grim. Movie ticket sales
Company with complaints sues Lordstown power plant developer for $6.9 million
Company with complaints sues Lordstown power plant developer for $6.9 million
Hubbard teacher wins one of 10 Ohio teacher of the year awards
Daniel Scarmack teaches wood shop at Hubbard High School.
Liberty police trying to determine how boy, 2, was shot in leg
Liberty police say they don’t know yet whether a boy shot himself or whether someone else fired at him.
He always hit ’em far, now Stanton is hitting ’em fast
Marlins slugger on pace to chase Bonds record
Trumbull Commissioners to review newest annexation application Aug. 23
Trumbull Commissioners to review newest annexation application Aug. 23
Warren rape case
Warren rape case WARREN Bond of $5,000 was set Monday for Richard O. Robson, 18, of Tod Avenue
Opioid crisis an emergency that the feds must address
Editorial: When President Donald J. Trump formally declares the opioid crisis a national emergency, as he
Wrestler Ric Flair out of surgery and resting
Wrestler Ric Flair out of surgery and resting ATLANTA World Wrestling Entertainment says pro
Success trying citrus bergamot
Q. I have had success taking red yeast rice to lower my cholesterol. However, it’s not quite as
Brown, Portman support China trade investigation
President Donald Trump asked his trade office on Monday to consider investigating China for the alleged theft of American technology and intellectual property.
Hood family gathers for 71st annual family reunion
Hood family gathers for 71st annual family reunion
Austintown man faces charges after bar fracas
Police said they told Randall Balog to leave an Austintown bar
Viewing the solar eclipse safely
IF YOU WATCH What: Solar eclipse When: Will peak in Youngstown at 2:33 p.m. Monday Do not look
Students research nicotine exposure
Students research nicotine exposure Greenville, Pa. Undergraduate and high school researchers
Live musical performances on television shows this week include:
Live musical performances on television shows this week include: v ASAP Mob: Tonight on “Tonight
Police were called to 2 heroin-related incidents at an Austintown apartment Monday
A Youngstown man was resuscitated from an overdose at one apartment, and 55 syringes and more drug equipment were found there
Va. native marches into history
Associated Press WEST POINT, N.Y. Simone Askew marched into history Monday as the first black
Standoff closes roads
Standoff closes roads BERLIN CENTER U.S. Route 224 and state Route 534 were closed for nearly
Social media harnessed to expose white nationalists
Associated Press NEW YORK One of the social media posts resembled a wanted poster or a missing-
Marijuana states try to curb smuggling
Action being taken to avert federal crackdown Associated Press PORTLAND, ORE. Well before
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Brookfield school board, 6 p.m., high school auditorium, 614 Bedford Road SE.
Mediation for public records complaints
The Ohio Supreme Court referred a Youngstown Board of Education member’s complaint to mediation
County, city and park officials come together for water quality discussion
MetroParks hosts review of water-quality issues and goals
Taking on the NRA amid its shameful culture-war series
Opinion: By Francis Wilkinson Bloomberg View Shannon Watts is the founder of Moms Demand Action for Gun
Trump lashes out at drug exec for quitting council
Associated Press TRENTON, N.J. Donald Trump lashed out at the CEO of the nation’s third-largest
7 killed, 7 wounded in attack at UN base
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS Unidentified gunmen attacked the headquarters of the U.N.
Koreas, US signal turn to diplomacy amid crisis
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea Even as North Korea presented leader Kim Jong Un with plans
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1237.19-0.59 Aqua America, .71
Target moves to shore up grocery, improve delivery service
Assocaited Press NEW YORK Target announced moves Monday aimed at helping it shore up two key
Female police officer alleges gender discrimination by YPD superiors
Police officer sues city, police chief for alleged civil rights violations
Looking to the future
Opinion: By Ramesh Ponnuru Bloomberg View A new study says that halving legal immigration, as President
Local veteran chapters pitch memorial to township board
Township trustees moved to review a plan drawn up by Disable American Veterans for a Middle East veterans memorial
Man arrested in plan to bomb Oklahoma bank
Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY A 23-year-old man was “out for blood” when he attempted to
HIGH SCHOOL
HIGH SCHOOL SFlbMONDAY’S RESULTS BOYS GOLF SPRINGFIELD 194, MINERAL RIDGE 195 At Olde Dutch
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Young professionals mixer at Magic Tree BOARDMAN The Mahoning Valley Young Professionals will
Virginia violence
Associated Press As a descendant of Civil War soldiers who wore both the blue and the gray, a
Trump, finally, denounces hate groups by name
Associated Press WASHINGTON Bowing to pressure from right and left, President Donald Trump
NOTICES
NOTICES BASEBALL Youngstown Class B League — will have a tryout for players interested in Fall
SPORTS digest
Columbiana’s Wilson shoots 28 at Valley COLUMBIANA Jared Wilson shot a 7-under 28 to lead the
GREATEST EVENTS
LONG Drive Championship Tippecanoe Country Club, Thursday, 6 p.m. TOURNAMENT Schedule Mill
AROUND THE HORN | Monday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 2, Rays 1 TORONTO Josh Donaldson homered for the second consecutive
Monday, August 14 (84 stories)
Female police officer alleges gender discrimination by YPD superiors
Female police officer alleges gender discrimination by YPD superiors
MetroParks hosts review of water-quality issues and goals
MetroParks hosts review of water-quality issues and goals
Swift justice: Jury takes Taylor's side in groping lawsuit
Swift justice: Jury takes Taylor's side in groping lawsuit
UPDATE | WWE: Pro wrestler Ric Flair out of surgery and resting
WWE: Pro wrestler Ric Flair out of surgery and resting
Police: 16 immigrants locked inside rig at Texas truck stop
Police: 16 immigrants locked inside rig at Texas truck stop
Social media harnessed to expose white nationalists at rally
Social media harnessed to expose white nationalists at rally
PARIS ATTACK | Officials describe French driver as suicidal
Officials describe French driver as suicidal
Ohio State prepares for $20 million airport enhancement
Ohio State prepares for $20 million airport enhancement
Medical examiner rules New Castle boy's death ruled accidental
Medical examiner rules New Castle boy's death ruled accidental
Two treated after SUV flips on Lansdowne Boulevard
Two treated after SUV flips on Lansdowne Boulevard
US Rep. Tim Ryan endorses Dem candidate for Ohio secretary of state
US Rep. Tim Ryan endorses Dem candidate for Ohio secretary of state
White nationalists: Charlottesville just a beginning
White nationalists: Charlottesville just a beginning
Pro wrestler Ric Flair grappling 'tough medical issues'
Pro wrestler Ric Flair grappling 'tough medical issues'
'Out for blood': Man arrested in plan to bomb Oklahoma bank
'Out for blood': Man arrested in plan to bomb Oklahoma bank
Counter rally set in Charlottesville suspect’s Ohio town
Counter rally set in Charlottesville suspect’s Ohio town
Austintown man faces charges after refusing to leave bar
Austintown man faces charges after refusing to leave bar
Man gives conflicting accounts of how he got shot in both legs
Man gives conflicting accounts of how he got shot in both legs
UPDATE | Liberty police continue investigation into boy's shooting
Liberty police continue investigation into shooting
Standoff ends peacefully after more than eight hours
Standoff ends peacefully after more than eight hours
Closing arguments expected in Taylor Swift groping case
Closing arguments expected in Taylor Swift groping case
Exec resigns from president’s council, and Trump lashes out
Exec resigns from president’s council, and Trump lashes out
Markets Right Now: Stocks open higher on Wall Street
Markets Right Now: Stocks open higher on Wall Street
WORTH A LOOK
ART SHOWS Buhl Day 2017 is seeking entries for this year’s art show. It will be a juried 2D
Vintage plane crash-lands at Ohio airport; 2 people hurt
Vintage plane crash-lands at Ohio airport; 2 people hurt
Mahoning County Veterans Service Commission office closed Friday
Mahoning County Veterans Service Commission office closed Friday
Brier Hill Italian Fest tradition will return
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN There are a lot of ethnic festivals in the
United Way program prepares students for kindergarten
Incoming Boardman kindergarten students get a visit from the Butler Institute
Ohio Nonviolence Week to kick off with downtown parade Oct. 1
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN This year’s observance of Ohio Nonviolence Week will give Mahoning
YSU prof to exhibit paintings at Butler
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An exhibition of paintings by Dragana Crnjak, associate professor of art
Actor shares thoughts on race, Trump and loving his job Chatting with Samuel L. Jackson
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer NEW YORK Samuel L. Jackson isn’t just in the movies. He IS the
Riverwalk festival seeks entries for annual art competition
Riverwalk festival seeks entries for annual art competition Staff writer NEW CASTLE, PA.
Nationals’ Harper has significant bone bruise
Washington’s MVP candidate expected back before season’s end
13 long months later, Bryant hits the field
Steelers WR looking to play entire season for first time
'90s drug gang members facing new drug charges
Two indicted in heroin ring had served time before for selling crack
world US officials say military action vs. N. Korea not imminent
Associated Press WASHINGTON Senior U.S. national security officials said Sunday that a military
BRIER HILL ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE
THURSDAY 5-6:30 p.m.: Jim Frank Combo 7-8:30 p.m.: John Gabriele 9-11 p.m.: Rocco Monaco Band
Ohio police officers will stop processing suspected opiates
Associated Press CINCINNATI Police officers in Ohio are changing the way they handle drugs after
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 14
Today is Monday, Aug. 14, the 226th day of 2017. There are 139 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 11
Today is Friday, Aug. 11, the 223rd day of 2017. There are 142 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
North Korean tensions aren’t deterring tourists from Guam
Associated Press HAGATNA, Guam Tourists haven’t been deterred from visiting the tropical island
Average US gas prices jump 8 cents
Average US gas prices jump 8 cents CAMARILLO, Calif. The average price of a gallon of regular-
Some Ohioans will head elsewhere for solar eclipse totality
By MARION RENAULT Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS Tom Burns last saw a total eclipse of the sun 26
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 12
Today is Saturday, Aug. 12, the 224th day of 2017. There are 141 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
‘Annabelle’ scares up $35 million, jolting sleepy box office
‘Annabelle’ scares up $35 million, jolting sleepy box office NEW YORK The “Conjuring” spinoff
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average
We didn’t listen when they tried to warn us about nuclear warfare
Opinion: By Will Bunch The Philadelphia Inquirer For 72 years, they’ve tried to warn us that a time like
Turning churches into Super PACs
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords You know what’s wrong with American politics? It’s that there just
After 20 years as Champion trustee, Jeff Hovanic to retire
After 20 years as Champion trustee, Jeff Hovanic to retire
President must forcefully denounce domestic terror
Editorial: Since the inauguration of Donald J. Trump as president seven months ago, this nation has witnessed a
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Austintown school board, noon, work session, followed by 2 p.m. regular session,
Animals are not luggage
Opinion: By Lindsay Pollard-Post People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Air-travel snafus are never
Pence tries to strike balance on Venezuela
Associated Press CARTAGENA, COLOMBIA Vice President Mike Pence, traveling Sunday in Colombia,
White House scrambles to explain Trump’s response to clashes
Associated Press BEDMINSTER, N.J. The White House scrambled Sunday to elaborate on President
Small wind energy projects in demand in Ohio
Associated Press COLUMBUS Despite moves made by Ohio’s Legislature to thwart the development of
TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Anthony L. Vales, 35, of 5709 Burnett Road,
Doctor seeks to stop child abuse before it can happen
Associated Press FORT WORTH, Texas A Texas doctor believes a modeling system that’s successfully
Dem AGs escalate legal fight against Trump
Associated Press NEW YORK The Trump resistance movement cheered when Democratic attorneys
Video shows officer punching resisting man
Video shows officer punching resisting man EUCLID Suburban Cleveland police officials say an
Detroit lures manufacturers to industrial park
Associated Press DETROIT Inside a fenced construction site on Detroit’s east side, heavy
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO TODAY 11 a.m. (TNN) Tennis: Cincinnati. Noon (NBCSN) Women’s rugby: World Cup. 1
2 men shot in car
2 men shot in car YOUNGSTOWN Police are investigating after two men were shot early Sunday.
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA. Crash suspect’s former teacher says he idolized Hitler, Nazism
Associated Press FLORENCE, Ky. The young man accused of plowing a car into a crowd of people
Sunday, August 13 (97 stories)
2-year-old boy shot in Valley, life-flighted to Akron
Police believe the shooting may have taken place in Liberty Township
Protests across the US decry racism, hate 1 day after Charlottesville
Arrests were made and weapons confiscated at a rally in Seattle
CHARLOTTESVILLE UPDATE: Organizer of white nationalist protest decries city police, media
Slanted coverage was designed to hurt President Trump, the man said
In with the wind: Ohio among national leaders in alternative energy growth
Smaller wind-energy projects are proliferating in the Buckeye State
White Ohio cop repeatedly punches black suspect, video shows
Euclid police say the suspect repeatedly ignored the officer's orders
Detroit, Cleveland, other Rust Belt cities use vacant land to stimulate growth
The Motor City has about 20 square miles of vacant abandoned properties
Family, friends mourn deaths of three in Charlottesville
No foul play is suspected in the deaths of two state troopers keeping watch over the protest area
'Annabelle: Creation' gives sagging movie box office a shot in the arm
Box-office revenue is down 31.6 percent from this week last year
Teenager to run for governor of Kansas
The 16-year-old will not be old enough to vote in the gubernatorial race next year
Drunken American probed for Nazi salute in Germany, police say
He was punched by an unidentified assailant after making the gesture
Ohioan charged in death in Charlottesville photographed with hate group earlier in day
Some of the right-wing groups say protests bigger than that in Charlottesville are being planned
Valley residents urged to stand up to bigotry, hatred at Nonviolence Parade
The parade and rally will take place Oct. 1, the start of Ohio Nonviolence Week
One man critical after pair shot in car early today
One man critical after pair shot in car early today
GARDEN CLUBS
friday Coitsville Garden Club will meet at 6 p.m. for a picnic. Hostess will be Marlene McDowall.
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Guardian Angels of Trumbull County, a volunteer program of the Trumbull County Probate Court, is
MASONIC groups
UPCOMING Ladies Oriental Shrine members are invited to lunch at 11:30 a.m. Aug. 24 at Longhorn
SENIOR CITIZENS
AARP 3104 Canfield will take an overnight bus and boat trip Tuesday and Wednesday to Blennerhassett
Senior menu
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Salem Chamber will sponsor golf outing
Salem Chamber will sponsor golf outing salem The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring
Aug. 21 total solar eclipse widely accessible
Some 87 million people reside in, or within 200 miles of, the Aug. 21 solar eclipse’s path of totality.
Penguins compete in first scrimmage of fall camp
Youngstown State’s first scrimmage on Saturday had the expected highs and lows and an early glimpse at the final lineup.
Wellness Walk promotes good health for families, especially black men
The family-oriented walk and run, themed “Healthy men make healthy families,” was to encourage especially males to be more proactive regarding their health and well-being.
CHARLOTTESVILLE | Feds open civil rights investigation; 3 more men arrested
U.S. officials have opened a civil rights investigation into the circumstances of the deadly car attack that took place amid clashes of white nationalists and counter-demonstrators here, and three more men have been arrested.
‘Crow’ calm in final year of deal with Browns
Patience is a virtue that Isaiah Crowell is familiar with, having gone undrafted out of Alabama State three years ago.
Warren’s Italian-American festival features Mass, music, parade today
Performing on the main stage in the evening are Dominic Tocco from 7 to 8 p.m.; Tony Ieluzzi from 8:15 to 9:15 p.m., and Amanda Beagle of Warren, 2004 Miss Ohio at 9:30 p.m.
SPORTS DIGEST || Late homer lifts Yanks over Scrappers
Timmy Robinson's eighth-inning homer lifted the Staten Island Yankees to Saturday's 3-2 victory over the Mahoning Valley Scrappers at Eastwood Field.
North Side block watch to mark 20th anniversary next week with homecoming
The event will feature games, dancing, vendors and free hot dogs.
Clevinger, Tribe shut down Rays
An 11-day break between starts proved to be just what Mike Clevinger needed.
Dance icon Judy Conti closes studio, but continues career
At age 76 – almost 77 – Judy Conti plans to continue her dance career, but she’s turned in the keys to her studio after 56 years.
METRO DIGEST || Virtual tour of Jerusalem Holocaust Museum
Holocaust Museum VILLA MARIA, PA. Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center will host a
‘Thrones’ fans shun spoilers from HBO hack
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK For many “Game of Thrones” fans, the routine
Harry Meshel to share memories of life of service
Harry Meshel, the retired state senator from the Mahoning Valley, will be the next speaker in the Memories of a Lifetime speakers series. His informal lecture will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday in the meeting room of Kravitz Deli, 3135 Belmont Ave.
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES VETERANS Veterans Service office to be closed YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County
Valley native's $20M plant transforming East Side
Mitchell Joseph of the Joseph Co. talks about his new plant being built on Lane Avenue on Youngstown’s East Side. The complex will include seven buildings. Ground was broken on the $20 million-plus chill-can technology, can-filling and distribution center in November.
Parents test school liability in bullying and child suicide
Associated Press CINCINNATI The parents of an 8-year-old Ohio boy who hanged himself from his
ON AREA LINKS: Local golf League Scores
bedford trails golf course Lady Players (8/7) — Low gross: Beth Kobley 41. Low net: Heidi Sorione
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Sara Beckinger and Joseph Mason, Youngstown, boy, Aug.
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS columbiana county new cases National Collegiate Student Loan Trust v. Sarah Cragle,
Author announces release of novel
Author announces release of novel Coraopolis, Pa. Susan Dexter of New Castle, Pa., announced the
Lucky bounce benefits Kisner in PGA
Kevin Kisner survived a calamitous finish in the third round of the PGA Championship
Trump signs bill to fund veterans’ medical care
Trump signs bill to fund veterans’ medical care BEDMINSTER, N.J. President Donald Trump has
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, 6 p.m., town hall, 82 Ohltown Road. Boardman
RACING roundup
XFINITY Hornish dominates at familiar Mid-Ohio LEXINGTON Sam Hornish Jr.’s experience at the
NFL news & notes
BALTIMORE RAVENS Protesters want team to sign QB Kaepernick BALTIMORE About 15 protesters
Bolt falls, can’t finish final race
Usain Bolt was ramping into warp speed when suddenly, stunningly, the sprint turned into a somersault.
Largest white nationalist protest in US in decade ends in deaths, injuries
A car driven by an Ohio man plowed into a crowd of people peacefully protesting a white nationalist rally Saturday in a Virginia college town, killing one person, hurting more than a dozen others and ratcheting up tension in a day full of violent confrontations.
Polish festival seeks volunteers
Staff report AUSTINTOWN In preparation for its ninth annual Polish Heritage Day from 11 a.m. to
Golf event keeps getting Greater
Opinion: How can work become tedious and joyous at once? A word: Greatest. Our eighth annual Greatest
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Immediate threat?
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. intelligence officials are pretty sure North Korea can put a
Avoiding costly mistakes with home insurance
We buy homeowners insurance to protect against the high drama of our greatest fears: tornadoes
Getting a ‘Clue’
By PAT EATON-ROBB Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. Was it Tom Sawyer in Samuel Clemens’
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 13
Today is Sunday, Aug. 13, the 225th day of 2017. There are 140 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Absence of transparency should give voters pause
Editorial: Secrecy is the hallmark of the pharmaceutical industry, which is why we aren’t surprised by the
Foxconn deal isn’t as great as Trump makes it out to be
Opinion: Unfortunately (and unsurprisingly), taxpayers will be footing the bill for this giveaway, paying between $230,000 and $1 million for each job created.
23rd Pink Ribbon Tea to be hosted by Junior League of Youngstown
23rd Pink Ribbon Tea to be hosted by Junior League of Youngstown
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Saturday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 1-over 72 in the
Another black eye for Valley
Opinion: (The opening paragraph is a play on that great Country song “Drop Kick Me Jesus (Through the
Chinese president calls for calm after Trump’s warnings
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea Chinese President Xi Jinping made a plea for cool-
Slaughter’s ‘Good Daughter’ novel is a career highlight
By OLINE H. COGDILL Associated Press “The Good Daughter” (William Morrow), by Karin Slaughter
Science Says: Solar specs needed for safe viewing of eclipse
The U.S. will have its first full solar eclipse spanning coast to coast in 99 years on Aug. 21.
IN THE CUP! Area holes-in-one
Dustin Perilli of Hermitage, Pa., aced the 135-yard No. 5 at Old Avalon Golf Course. He used a gap
AREA GOLF CALENDAR Upcoming scrambles & outings
AUGUST WEDNESDAY — Youngstown Baseball Oldtimers Golf Outing begins with a 10 a.m. shotgun start
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Warren Italian Festival, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.: Vocalist Amanda
Trading Aleve for Tylenol solved problem
Q. A friend of mine has been bothered with bed-wetting for some time. He recently changed his over-
Mine Wars Museum receives $30K grant
Mine Wars Museum receives $30K grant MATEWAN, W.Va. The West Virginia Mine Wars Museum has
Pink Ribbon Tea hosts by Junior League of Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN Junior League of Youngstown will host its 23rd annual Pink Ribbon Tea on Aug. 21 at
Mega Millions winning ticket sold in Illinois
Associated Press PALOS HEIGHTS, Ill. The Illinois Lottery says a suburban Chicago barbecue
DISNEY PARKS A look at plans for new rides, more
Disney is calling upon the “Guardians of the Galaxy” and a cohort of blockbuster movies to help
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
HONORED The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will honor several local business professionals at
Once long ago in China there was a pair of immortal twins, one bringing harmony and the other union,
Once long ago in China there was a pair of immortal twins, one bringing harmony and the other union,
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
SCORE presents business series LIBERTY Youngstown’s SCORE is presenting “Where’s the Money? What
How well do you know your credit cards?
By MELISSA LAMBARENA NerdWallet Using a credit card doesn’t require much effort or experience.
For the Week of Sunday, August 13, 2017
David L. Yargo to Kyle R. Betts et al, W. Hampton Drive Unit 1607, Austintown, $45,000. YTD
Local residents honored at Italian Fest
Youngstown Each year, the Youngstown Italian Heritage Foundation honors local Italians for their
Happy Camper Daycare students become gardeners
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Happy Camper Daycare, 518 E. Indianola Ave., was awarded the
RUNNERS, TO YOUR MARK … Upcoming races & walks
AUGUST WEDNESDAY — 19th annual Clipper Cross Country Series at Columbiana High School and on Aug.
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Heavy rains damage Washington’s estate
Associated Press MOUNT VERNON, Va. Heavy rains have caused major damage at George Washington’s
Don’t believe rhetoric of Trump on NAFTA
Opinion: Don’t believe rhetoric of Trump on NAFTA In preparation of North American Free Trade Agreement
Venezuela rejects Trump’s comments
Associated Press CARACAS, Venezuela Venezuela’s government energetically rejected U.S.
Protesters march against border wall
Associated Press MISSION, Texas Hundreds of protesters wearing white and chanting in English and
Private body cams raise transparency questions
Associated Press LOS ANGELES America’s largest sheriff’s department still lacks a policy for
Saturday, August 12 (79 stories)
CHARLOTTESVILLE | Ohio suspect told mom going to rally; recently moved from Ky.
A woman who identified herself as the mother of the man accused of driving his car into a crowd of peaceful protesters says he told her he was going to the rally.
CHARLOTTESVILLE | Troopers killed in helicopter identified
Virginia state police said one of their agency’s helicopters that was assisting law enforcement officers monitoring the white nationalist rally here today crashed outside Charlottesville, killing two troopers.
2 injured in crash on SR 11 today
Two people sustained minor injuries in a two-car crash at about 5:30 p.m. today on state Route 11 near King-Graves Road, according to the Trumbull County 911 Center.
CHARLOTTESVILLE | Driver in deadly attack from Ohio, officials say
CNN is reporting the driver in the deadly attack on a protest of a pro-white rally here is James Alex Fields Jr., 20, of Maumee, Ohio.
33rd Warren Italian fest keeps Italian-American history alive, committee members say
Sunday is the last chance to enjoy the food and entertainment and renew acquaintances as the 33rd annual Warren Italian-American Heritage Festival winds down on Warren’s Courthouse Square.
CHARLOTTESVILLE | Red Wings weigh legal action to stop use of logo by white nationalists
The Detroit Red Wings are considering legal action to stop white nationalists from using their logo as part of a “disturbing” rally in Charlottesville, Virginia.
CHARLOTTESVILLE | Pro-white rally organizer condems violence, criticizes law enforcement
The organizer of a rally that drew hundreds of white nationalists and other extremists to Charlottesville says he disavows the violence that eroded it.
CHARLOTTESVILLE | Deaths of 2 in helicopter tied to violent rally, officials say
It was not immediately clear how the crash was connected to the rally.
CHARLOTTESVILLE | S.C. Republicans rush to explain state chairman's tweet
South Carolina Republican officials say their state party chairman didn’t mean for a tweet about conservatives being an “army of occupation” to describe a white nationalist rally in a Virginia college town.
Health screenings plus 5K run highlight 5th African American Male Wellness Walk/Run
Licensed medical professionals, including more than 30 nursing students from ETI Technical College in Niles, provided the screenings for blood pressure, body-mass index, cholesterol, blood glucose, weight, dental care and hearing. Also available were flu vaccines and tests for lead.
CHARLOTTESVILLE | Trump condemns violence 'on both sides,' driver arrested in Charlottesville chaos
President Donald Trump condemned “in the strongest possible terms” what he called an “egregious display of hatred, bigotry and violence on many sides” after a car plowed into a crowd of people peacefully protesting a white supremacist rally in downtown Charlottesville this afternoon, killing one and sending at least 26 others to hospitals.
Exonerated man shares his art, music
Raymond Towler of Elyria spent 29 years in prison before being released on DNA evidence. An exhibition today at the Soap Gallery will feature paintings he created while behind bars. He also will play with his band and give a talk about his wrongful conviction.
Hubbard’s Scott catching on with YSU
Isaiah Scott made two quality sideline grabs Friday. One of those plays went for 45 yards a touchdown.
Niagara Falls, N.Y., coroner: Woman in trunk stabbed, strangled
Investigators still do not know where she was killed.
East meets West as Tri-T All-Stars host Japanese at Fields of Dreams
The Friendship Series has a 42-year history.
SPORTS DIGEST || Staten Island holds off Scrappers for 2-1 win
Kaleb Ort got Gian Paul Gonzalez to hit into a double play in the eighth inning, leading the Staten Island Yankees to a 2-1 win over the Mahoning Valley Scrappers on Friday night.
Local entrepreneur expands coffee business
Matt Campbell now has a presence in Columbiana County with Generations Coffee Lab.
Italians earned their place in America, speaker says
Through ridicule and pride, Italian Americans earned their place in America, speaker says
Steelers rookie QB throws for TD in victory over Giants
Rookie quarterback Josh Dobbs threw a 28-yard touchdown pass and Chris Boswell kicked a 37-yard field goal.
Record Reviews
Ben Sollee Album: “Ben Sollee and Kentucky Native” Grade: A Take a classically trained cellist
Carrasco takes no-hit try into 7th as Indians blank Rays
Once again, Carlos Carrasco made himself totally at home on the Tropicana Field mound.
Metal rocker shares his horror memorabilia
Associated Press SALEM, Mass. Kirk Hammett may be known best as the guitarist whose deafening
Cable news channel becomes the home for Trump haters MSNBC ratings surge
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK For the first month since CNN’s Larry King owned
North Jackson man sentenced for sexual assault
Man who inappropriately touched disabled family member receives three years’ probation
MV Innovation and Commercialization Center part ofcollaborative community
The MVICC, which will be at 360 W. Commerce St., is a $30 million state-of-the-art shared-use facility that will support manufacturing training and research and development.
PUCO case against Youngstown Thermal brings court motion by Home Savings
While work by the receiver of Youngstown Thermal proceeds in getting the company’s finances under control, a local bank has filed a motion to intervene in the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio case against the utility company.
Man arrested on warrant allegedly exposed himself to woman
Shedrick Nichols was found guilty in past years on two separate counts of public indecency in Mahoning County.
Documents: Police have bloody knife, surveillance video in Warren homicide
Documents: Police have bloody knife, surveillance video in Warren homicide
Nicole Pavlichich, Patrick Gessler to wed Sept. 23
Nicole Pavlichich, Patrick Gessler to wed Sept. 23
US stocks snap 3-day losing streak in roller coaster week
Associated Press Gains among technology companies helped snap a three-day losing streak for U.S.
Lowellville Family Day
Lowellville Family Day LOWELLVILLE Family Conservation Day will take place today from 10 a.m. to
Police union casts no-confidence vote against mayor
Associated Press COLUMBUS The union representing officers in Ohio’s biggest city has cast a no-
Miss Duchnak, Mr. Lindsay to wed in October
niles John and Linda Duchnak of Niles are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Amanda
Prosecutor says records still should not be sealed for former Bazetta police chief
Prosecutors says records still should not be sealed for former Bazetta police chief
Matsuyama, Kisner share PGA lead
Hideki Matsuyama never looks satisfied with his shots or his score, no matter how good they look.
Trump not ruling out military action in Venezuela
Associated Press CARACAS, Venezuela In an escalation of rhetoric, President Donald Trump said
Resistance leaders play long game, dismiss any impeachment talk
Associated Press ATLANTA The resistance movement that flourished with Donald Trump’s ascendance
DeVos says school vouchers part of tax discussions
DeVos says school vouchers part of tax discussions LAS VEGAS More than a third of U.S. states
Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott suspended for 6 games
The NFL believes he used “physical force” three times in a span of five days against a former girlfriend.
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Friday: The Warren JFK graduate overcame an early triple-
AROUND THE HORN | Friday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Twins 9, Tigers 4 DETROIT Max Kepler and Eddie Rosario homered and drove in
Fitbit: Too clingy, always judging
Opinion: By Elise Seyfried The Philadelphia Inquirer Dear Fitbit, I’m not sure quite how to put this. I
What fishing means to me
Saturday morning. The coffee tastes better on Saturday mornings as another week goes in the books
Good news for monarch butterflies
Over the past 20 years, monarch butterfly populations that overwinter in the mountains of central
US-backed Syrian fighters link up from east, west
Associated Press BEIRUT U.S.-backed Syrian fighters advancing on the Islamic State group from
Murder suspect shot by officer
Associated Press CLEVELAND Authorities say a police officer working with a U.S. Marshals
Put sex traffickers on alert
Opinion: Toledo Blade: The Communications Decency Act has unwittingly supported the explosion of online sex
Lane restrictions
Lane restrictions AUSTINTOWN Travelers on Interstate 80 between the Ohio Turnpike and state
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS Recent criminal activity in Liberty. Aug. 5 Assault: A Church Hill Road man
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Warren Italian Festival, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.: Amanda Beagle will
Accompanist sought
Accompanist sought HUBBARD Hubbard First Presbyterian Church, 22 Westview Ave., is seeking an
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
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METRO DIGEST || Report: Child taken
Report: Child taken BOARDMAN Township police are investigating a possible case of domestic
What does N. Korea want? Its playbook offers clues
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea Threatening to fire a volley of missiles toward a major
Poll: Most say time to end effort to repeal Obama health law
Associated Press WASHINGTON Message to President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans:
US consumer prices up slight 0.1 percent in July
Associated Press WASHINGTON Consumer prices posted a slight gain in July, with higher costs for
Southern nationalists again crying ‘secede’
Associated Press BIRMINGHAM, Ala. As 21st-century activists seek to topple monuments to the
Trump: If N. Korea attacks US, it ‘will regret it fast’
Associated Press BEDMINSTER, N.J. President Donald Trump on Friday issued fresh threats of swift
Cleveland Clinic won’t move Mar-a-Lago event
Associated Press COLUMBUS A leading U.S. hospital has decided it won’t move its annual
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Member discount YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/ Warren Regional Chamber is offering, for the first
Internet fueling our rage
Opinion: By Heidi Stevens Chicago Tribune Loving your curvy wife doesn’t make you a hero. But it
High rankings of hospitals in Valley inspire confidence
Editorial: U.S. News and World Report this week validated what many of us already have long believed: Mahoning
Trump, Kim: Two peas in a pod
Opinion: By Ann McFeatters Tribune News Service WASHINGTON Much has been made of the silly, weird,
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Wrongly convicted, Raymond Towler now turns to music for solace; will play here Saturday
Raymond Towler of Elyria doesn’t paint anymore.
Home Savings seeks to intervene in Youngstown Thermal case
While the receiver continues work to get Youngstown Thermal’s finances under control, a local bank has filed a motion to intervene in the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio case against the utility company.
Jury acquits Damore of rape
Tears broke out on both sides of the courtroom Friday as Eric Damore was found not guilty of rape by a jury.
Chemicals in home could have exploded, prosecutor tells Youngstown judge
Bond was set at $75,000 each Friday for three people accused of running a methamphetamine lab on the West Side.
North Side woman found in Niagara Falls died of stab wounds, strangulation
The death of a North Side woman whose body was found in the trunk of a car in Niagara Falls, N.Y., has been ruled a homicide.
Preserve your heritage, speaker urges at Warren's Italian fest kickoff
Who better to kick off the Warren Italian-American Heritage Festival than a man born in Italy who has traveled there more than 250 times.
Kimble gets 3 years' probation after admitting sexual contact with disabled woman
A man who pleaded guilty to having sexual contact with a mentally disabled 18-year-old family member received a one-year jail sentence with credit for one year he’s served awaiting disposition of his case.
Boardman's Branch Street Coffee owners expand to Columbiana
Generations Coffee Lab is more than a coffee shop.
Authorities have video of knife fight that killed Michael Krevas
Prosecutors and police won’t reveal the specifics of what they saw on a July 8 surveillance video of the knife fight that killed Michael Krevas in a parking lot near downtown.
President Trump says he's considering military response to Venezuela
Trump says he's considering military response to Venezuela
New laws against acid attacks, menstrual exile, dowries aim to make Nepalese women safer
Nepal’s parliament has passed a bill toward making women safer by strengthening laws against acid attacks along with the ancient Hindu customs of demanding dowry payments for marriage and exiling women who are menstruating.
DeVos say school vouchers part of tax-overhaul discussions
DeVos say school vouchers part of tax-overhaul discussions
$1 million in federal grants awarded to Youngstown schools, United Way
$1 million in grants awarded to YCSD and United Way
Kenyatta declared winner of disputed Kenya presidential vote
Kenyatta declared winner of disputed Kenya presidential vote
Coroner in Niagara rules Youngstown woman's death a homicide
Coroner in Niagara rules Youngstown woman's death a homicide
Flower and seed exchange is Saturday morning at Canfield Fairgrounds
Flower and seed exchange is Saturday at Canfield Fairgrounds
Shoe chain Payless emerges from bankruptcy protection
Shoe chain Payless emerges from bankruptcy protection
Pennsylvania man accused in costume party rape case pleads guilty in deal
Pennsylvania man accused in costume party rape case pleads guilty in deal
Former Bengals LB Schaffer gets jail for indecent exposure
Former Bengals LB Schaffer gets jail for indecent exposure
Ohio murder suspect shot by officer serving arrest warrant
Ohio murder suspect shot by officer serving arrest warrant
Police: Hair stylist slain in Chicago stabbed more than 40 times
Police: Hair stylist slain in Chicago stabbed more than 40 times
Trumbull Neighborhood Parntership hosts free food-preservation workshop Saturday
Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership hosts free food-preservation workshop Saturday
Watch out for the 2019 HBK Greatest Golfer Long Drive competition
Participants in the annual Greatest Golfer Long Drive competition
Bond set for Youngstown Street Department employee charged with punching supervisor
Bond set for Youngstown Street Department employee charged with punching supervisor
Lane restrictions begins Monday in Mahoning County on I-80 and I-76
Lane restrictions begins Monday in Mahoning County on I-80 and I-76
Childhood home of Harriet Beecher Stowe for sale on eBay
Childhood home of Harriet Beecher Stowe for sale on eBay
Ohio driver punched by people in another car dies days later
Ohio driver punched by people in another car dies days later
OSHP believes hit-skip led to fatal Ohio motorcycle crash
OSHP believes hit-skip led to fatal Ohio motorcycle crash
Dallas RB Ezekiel Elliott suspended 6 games in domestic case
Dallas RB Ezekiel Elliott suspended 6 games in domestic case
Main library in Youngstown will be closed Aug. 17 to prepare for Literary Society event
Main library in Youngstown will be closed Aug. 17 to prepare for Literary Society event
Ohio man arrested on charge of cyberstalking sheriff
Ohio man arrested on charge of cyberstalking sheriff
Ohio teachers who dragged, carried autistic boy won’t be charged
Ohio teachers who dragged, carried autistic boy won’t be charged
Paving work begins Monday in Poland Township housing development
Paving work begins Monday in Poland Township housing development
Magistrate stresses Youngstown Thermal's importance to community
Magistrate stresses Youngstown Thermal's importance to community
Suspected burglar found hiding in entertainment center
Suspected burglar found hiding in entertainment center
Officials: Baby found in plastic bag doing ’remarkably well’
Officials: Baby found in plastic bag doing ’remarkably well’
McConnell handed daunting to-do list to win back Trump’s favor
McConnell handed daunting to-do list to win back Trump’s favor
Cleveland Clinic won’t move Mar-a-Lago event despite protest
Cleveland Clinic won’t move Mar-a-Lago event despite protest
Mahoning Valley Manufacturers Coalition talks about innovation today
Mahoning Valley Manufacturers Coalition talks about innovation today
CLUB CALENDAR
associations Mahoning Valley Real Estate Investors Association will meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday at
Historical Society offers August activities
Historical Society offers August activities salem Salem Historical Society, 239 South Lundy,
President Trump says he will declare opioid crisis a national emergency
Valley politicians and recovery experts mostly supportive of emergency declaration
Kizer’s TD pass lifts Browns in preseason opener
Myles Garrett showed flashes of dominance in his NFL exhibition debut, and Cleveland rookie quarterback DeShone Kizer threw a late touchdown pass.
Community need leads to first Symposium on Overdose, Grief & Healing
This first overdose symposium drew 200 participants and 42 organizations from nine counties.
Nightmarish putting conditions at Quail Hollow
Kevin Kisner and Thorbjorn Olesen of Denmark emerged as the top survivors on a course with some of the fastest, scariest putting surfaces the PGA Championship has ever seen.
Niagara Falls cops say suspect in disappearance case will not cooperate
The woman in his trunk has been identified as his missing girlfriend.
NCAA announces sexual violence policy
NCAA member schools will be required to provide yearly sexual violence education.
Boardman man holds car break-in suspects at gunpoint
Twice in one week, witnesses intervene to stop suspected crimes
Barrett, Buckeyes have something to prove.
Veteran QB, loaded Ohio State team expect to return to playoff.
SPORTS DIGEST || Area umps to work Pony World Series
Area umps to work Pony World Series WASHINGTON, PA. Mahoning Valley umpires Jeff Vrabel, Sr.,
Versace TV film will be respectful, says actor
LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES Ricky Martin said he reassured Gianni Versace’s
‘Glass Castle’ shows parenting flaws, family loyalty Love shines through
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer Any parents of young children – or anyone thinking of
Canfield Fair nearly here
The 171st Canfield Fair will be all about remembering the past, celebrating the present and looking to the future
Jewish film fest presents lineup
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Area Jewish Film Festival has scheduled several films
‘Rudolph’ holiday musical at Powers
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The touring stage show “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical”
Warren judge sentences woman to jail as ‘attention grabber’
Warren woman who failed to cooperate with social-service agencies sent to jail for six months
Girard teacher cleared of disorderly-conduct charge
The judge said his actions were inappropriate, not criminal.
Boccieri, officials talk ways to get more qualified workers in trucking
Boccieri met with trucking industry officials to discuss a way to get more qualified workers.
State board hears support for 2nd clean-energy plant in Lordstown
Matt Schilling, Siting Board spokesman, said he was not at the hearing, but documents indicate the Siting Board staff and Clean Energy Future stipulated their agreement that the project should be approved.
Mahoning sheriff expands day-reporting program in response to state law
The law will exempt certain non-violent felons from prison time.
Youngstown Thermal's receiver says he's doing everything to turn around the company
The goal is to get the company’s finances in order
One of three Warren shooting victims died of suicide, coroner says
The Trumbull County coroner’s office has ruled that Brandy M. Joseph died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head
Task force leader: Home meth lab like ‘small bomb’
This home on Manhattan Avenue was searched Wednesday evening by Mahoning Valley Law Enforcement Task Force members, who found methamphetamine being made, and six children ranging in age from 2 to 13 in the home. Three people were arrested.
nfl preseason roundup
Jaguars 31, Patriots 24 FOXBOROUGH, MASS. Chad Henne hit Keelan Cole on a 97-yard touchdown
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., corner of Fruit Street, Youngstown,
Fracking issue in Youngstown could ignite fight in the courts
Opinion: A vote from the Mahoning County Board of Elections to keep a Youngstown anti-fracking charter
171st CANFIELD FAIR
171st CANFIELD FAIR What’s new in 2017? The 171st Canfield Fair takes place Aug. 30 through
Beware at the pump
Associated Press TALLAHASSEE, Fla. A black market for diesel and gasoline has rapidly spread
As North warns of missile plan, US-South Korea wargames near
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea U.S. and South Korean military officials plan to move ahead
Inside the ropes with …
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Thursday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 4-over par 75 in
Alyssa Lengyel, Shawn Patterson plan Sept. rite
Youngstown Alyssa Lengyel and Shawn Patterson are planning an open ceremony in Youngstown on Sept.
Canadian diplomat in Cuba also suffered hearing loss
Canadian diplomat in Cuba also suffered hearing loss WASHINGTON The Canadian government said
Zoe Lamberson, A.P. Saadey Jr. to wed Sept. 9
canfield Linda Cooper and Rodney Lamberson, and Donna Saadey and Anthony Saadey, all of Canfield,
Hideouts for law breakers
Opinion: In biblical times, a sanctuary city was a place where someone who had committed unintentional
Penn State boasts depth in 2017
Nine starters, including dynamic running back Saquon Barkley, return to an offense that was among the country’s most explosive
Efforts to stop gas pipeline dealt blow by magistrate
Associated Press CLEVELAND A federal magistrate in Akron has dealt a significant blow to
McLaughlin, Beshara rite set for March 10
Youngstown Jennifer McLaughlin and Josh Beshara, both of Youngstown, are announcing their
Purple Cat hosts first-ever talent show on July 15
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Purple Cat Productions hosted their first-ever
Trump questions if McConnell should remain majority leader
Associated Press BEDMINSTER, N.J. President Donald Trump raised the possibility Thursday that
UN: Smugglers throw some 280 migrants into the sea
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS Smugglers have thrown some 280 migrants into the sea off the
Navy honors 102-year-old World War II veteran
Associated Press CORONADO, Calif. The Navy recognized a 102-year-old World War II veteran
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Call before you dig YOUNGSTOWN Dominion Energy Ohio is using today’s date as a reminder that
Cool heads must prevail to end N. Korean standoff
Editorial: As the crisis surrounding North Korea’s nuclear ambitions and advances has escalated dramatically
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Warren Italian Festival, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.: The festival on
METRO DIGEST || FBI still on lookout for 3 drug suspects
FBI still on lookout for 3 drug suspects YOUNGSTOWN The FBI is still looking for three more
McCain promotes his own Afghan plan
Associated Press WASHINGTON In a rebuke of President Donald Trump, Republican Sen. John McCain
high schools
high schools THURSDAY’S RESULTS BOYS GOLF BROOKFIELD 147, GIRARD 182 At Mahoning Country
Mahoning County GRAND JURY This week’s indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people on these charges Thursday: Jakob Aey, 23,
Emergency declared as flood threat looms in New Orleans
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS Louisiana’s governor declared a state of emergency in New Orleans
POLICE CALLS IN GIRARD, HUBBARD
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Hubbard:
Woman charged after threatening and spitting on cops
Woman charged after threatening and spitting on cops
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1237.78-0.84 Aqua America, .71
Brittany Lowe, Victor Wilhelm set August date
Austintown Randy and Debbie Lowe of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
around the horn | Thursday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 4, Yankees 0 TORONTO Marco Estrada and two relievers combined on a
Boardman Sports Briefs
Local man has Double Eagle on Par-5 hole Tony Amendola of Boardman made a Double Eagle on the 16th
Man charged after trying to flee Walmart with $1,061 in merchandise
Ryan Pence’s shopping cart was full of products, but he hadn’t paid for them when trying to exit, the report said.
Boardman Community Briefs
Boardman Park to host Ace Race disc golf tournament Whether you are new to disc golf or you are a
Austintown Sports Briefs
Send Neighbors your news If you’re a summer sports coach or the parent of an athlete, we need your
Poland Sports Briefs
Football passes and tickets to go on sale The Poland High School athletic office will begin to
Courtney Nolan, Richard Rosen are engaged
BOARDMAN Rich and Dianna Rosen of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their son, Richard
July 27
July 27 Criminal damaging: A window to a $10,000 backhoe was damaged in the 6800 block of Poland
Austintown Community Briefs
Alumni association sells raffle tickets The Austintown Alumni Association is selling raffle
July 28
July 28 Theft: Police took custody of Michael J. Cole, 22, of Marmion Avenue, Youngstown, who
Poland Community Briefs
Holy Family Seniors to meet on Aug. 21 The Holy Family Seniors Group will meet on Aug. 21 at 11:30
Exotic animals are the stars of Operation Blessing fundraiser
The side parking lot of the Canfield Dollar General got a little wild on Aug. 5, as the store hosted a Traveling Petting Zoo fundraiser, with all proceeds benefiting Canfield Operation Blessing.
Boardman Park has car show to benefit valley children
The Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club hosted its 39th annual Cars in the Park Car Show and Flea Market in Boardman Park on Aug. 6.
Students become prepared for kindergarten
Students entering kindergarten at Poland Union had the opportunity to participate in a program to help them become prepared for their first year of school.
Families gather at Boardman Park for night of fun
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Families and people of all ages went to
July 24
July 24 Aggravated robbery: An undetermined amount of money was taken from the cash drawer at
Health care center provides cool stations for community
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Commons at Greenbriar has opened their
The Lapinskis celebrate 50th anniversary
Mr. and Mrs. John Lapinski celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary May 28 with a brunch at A La
CHS Soccer hosts annual Cardinal Classic
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield High School Soccer Boosters hosted its ninth
Trunk sales raise funds for worthy causes
St. Christine Parish hosted their second annual Trunk and Treasure sale on Aug. 5 in the St. Christine parking lot.
Families experience "Arabian Nights" tales at the library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Eight high school students visited five
Local entertainment featured at Boardman Park
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Guests set up their seats as The Wrangler Band
Local entertainment showcased at Boardman Park
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Guests set up their seats as The Wrangler Band
Canfield Sports Briefs
Girls golf defeats Howland The Canfield girls golf team defeated Howland with a score of 172-250
Canfield Community Briefs
Local chapter to meet on Aug. 16 P.E.O. P.E.O. Ohio Chapter CE will host its regular meeting at 12
Children build life-size creations at the library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Austintown library hosted a Life Size
Children experience theater life at the library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children spent a week of their summer learning
Children have chance to experience theater life at the library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children spent a week of their summer learning
Snake celebrates 20th birthday
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The rat snake at Ford Nature Center celebrated
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Meth lab in Youngstown home with 6 kids equaled 'small bomb,' says task force member
The toys scattered across the front and back yards and porch of 1931 Manhattan Ave. probably would not lead passers-by to believe the home was in danger of exploding – or that methamphetamine was being made there.
Body in trunk confirmed to be Anvia Mickens; boyfriend in custody in Niagara Falls
City police confirmed Thursday that the body found in the trunk of a North Side man’s car in Niagara Falls, N.Y., is that of Anvia Mickens.
Boardman man holds car theft suspect at gunpoint until cops arrive
When Kenneth Veneroso, 49, got up to use the bathroom shortly after 1:30 a.m. Thursday, he took a look at the security cameras he has installed at his Devonshire Drive condominium.
Several proposals could come for Youngstown Thermal, receiver said today
The court-appointed receiver of Youngstown Thermal hosted a meeting with the utility’s customers, saying he is doing everything he can to turn around the company’s finances.
Horse, pony races back at this year's Canfield Fair
The 171st Canfield Fair will be all about remembering the past, celebrating the present and looking to the future.
Symposium tonight on grief from addiction loss draws 200 people, 42 organizations
“They called and said, ‘Our teachers are struggling to teach kids who are dealing with grief because their parents or siblings have died of an overdose,’” said Angela DiVito, coalition executive director.
Warren judge sends mother to jail after she disregards his orders
Judge Terry Ivanchak of Warren Municipal Court says he took the unusual step of sending a woman to jail earlier this week for six months as an “attention grabber” after finding her guilty of child endangering and animal cruelty.
Jurors to continue deliberations Friday in rape case involving 12-year-old with autism
Jurors will resume deliberations at 9:30 a.m. Friday in the case of a Boardman man accused of raping a 12-year-old family member who has special needs.
Mahoning County jail preparing for more prisoners in wake of state law
Officials at the Mahoning County jail are preparing for a state law prohibiting felons convicted of certain fifth-degree offenses from receiving sentences in state prisons.
Teenage Ohio driver charged in fatal SUV-firetruck collision
Teenage Ohio driver charged in fatal SUV-firetruck collision
Trump suggests Senate GOP leader must deliver or step aside
Trump suggests Senate GOP leader must deliver or step aside
CNN fires commentator Jeffrey Lord over Nazi salute tweet
CNN fires commentator Jeffrey Lord over Nazi salute tweet
Study says Trump moves trigger health premium jumps for 2018
Study says Trump moves trigger health premium jumps for 2018
Warren ex-attorney convicted of trying to kill husband admits guilt in theft ring
Maridee Constanzo, a former Warren attorney who spent eight years in prison for trying to hire a hit man to kill her estranged husband, has pleaded guilty in a Geauga County theft ring.
Trumbull coroner rules suicide in second of three people killed in Warren
Trumbull coroner rules suicide in second of three people killed in Warren
Trump declares opioid crisis a 'national emergency'
Trump declares opioid crisis a 'national emergency'
Acquitted ex-Tulsa officer volunteers at sheriff's office
Acquitted ex-Tulsa officer volunteers at sheriff's office
Magazine: Law didn't require consent to tape Scaramucci call
Magazine: Law didn't require consent to tape Scaramucci call
Legal efforts to stop gas pipeline in Ohio dealt blow by magistrate
Legal efforts to stop gas pipeline in Ohio dealt blow by magistrate
NORTH KOREA | North Korea details plan to fire missile salvo toward Guam
North Korea details plan to fire missile salvo toward Guam
Trump resumes taunts of Senate GOP leader over health care
Trump resumes taunts of Senate GOP leader over health care
Taylor Swift testifies former DJ groped her under her skirt
Taylor Swift testifies former DJ groped her under her skirt
Accused man denies raping 12-year-old autistic victim
Accused man denies raping 12-year-old autistic victim
Frustrated with the president, McCain unveils his Afghan war strategy
Frustrated with the president, McCain unveils his Afghan war strategy
Man charged after trying to flee Walmart with $1,061 in merchandise
Man charged after trying to flee Walmart with $1,061 in merchandise
Mahoning jail expands day-reporting program in response to state law
Jail expands day-reporting program in response to state law
Man suspected in girlfriend's death refuses to talk to police
Man suspected in girlfriend's disappearance refuses to talk to police (Photo credit: WGRZ-TV)
Boardman homeowner holds teen theft suspect at gunpoint until cops arrive
Boardman homeowner holds teen theft suspect at gunpoint until cops arrive
Six kids found in meth lab house on Manhattan in Youngstown
Six kids found in meth lab house on Manhattan in Youngstown
Canfield Fair kicks off 2017 season with announcements, updates
The fair board made several announcements on what's new at the 171st Canfield Fair that runs this year Aug. 30 through Sept. 4.
OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS
Anthony and Cory (Kekich) Fidram of Hubbard are announcing the birth of a daughter, Lily Grace
West Side Cats hosts garage sale
West Side Cats hosts garage sale YOUNGSTOWN West Side Cats will host a garage sale from 11 a.m.
Murder probe after body found in trunk
Youngstown police officer Ryan Curry talks Wednesday with the mother of a missing North Side woman outside the home of the woman’s boyfriend on Outlook Avenue on the city’s North Side. The boyfriend, Jeshawn Elliott, was arrested later in the evening by Niagara Falls, N.Y., police after a body was found in the trunk of his car. Police would not say if the body is that of the missing woman, Anvia Mickens of Bradley Lane.
YSU responds: Richmond won’t play this fall
Ex-Steubenville player can practice but won’t see the field this fall
Volney Rogers Youth Association rallies for new helmets
Organizational leaders – such as Keland Logan of The Colony and Maurice Clarett of The Redzone – grilled hot dogs for the students as they waited to try on a variety of Schutt football helmets on display at a nearby table.
SPORTS DIGEST || Scrappers’ rally comes up short
Irving Ortega singled twice as the Aberdeen IronBirds beat the Scrappers 7-6 on Wednesday.
Poland officials honor softball champions
“The girls, the coaches, the parents. You were truly a world-class act,” said township Trustee Joanne Wollet at a meeting Wednesday where the team was recognized. “You represented this community wonderfully.”
Browns’ Johnson excelling in new role as slot receiver
Browns receivers coach Al Saunders likened his skills to those of Hall of Fame running back Marshall Faulk.
Boardman Park, prompted by popular demand, adds new recreational activities
Pickleball and disc golf are now being offered.
The 2017-18 season for local theater, dance, music and more
YOUNGSTOWN PLAYHOUSE Playhouse Lane, Youngstown 330-788-8739 Show times: 7:30 p.m. Fridays and
Pabstolutely turns 10
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Pabstolutely rock festival started small a
12th annual Slovak Fest at St. Matthias Church
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The 12th annual Mahoning Valley Slovak Fest will take place Sunday from
'Smallest' variety show in Youngstown premiere
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown native Chris Leone will bring his
Hiring binge: Grant allows Warren Fire Department to add 19
For the third time this year, Warren has added firefighters to its ranks, swearing in seven Wednesday, bringing the total to 19 for the year.
Victim in rape case testifies against relative
Girl, now 15, has developmental disabilities and autism.
Company files notice of interest in Youngstown Thermal
Capital Finance Group LLC of Belmont Avenue in Youngstown filed a “Notice of Interest” for Youngstown Thermal.
Fall ballot to feature many levies, candidates
There are competitive trustee races in eight of Mahoning County’s 14 townships.
CANDIDATES AND ISSUES
Candidates running for nonpartisan seats in the Nov. 7 general election had to file nominating
Man headed to prison for parole violation
Mark Jones was involved in the shooting at an off-campus shooting in 2011
Today
Today Fairs, Festivals Warren Italian-American Heritage Festival, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Courthouse
Mums that last
Mums that last Get out there and get your mums early. Choosing mums soon, getting them planted in
Black spots on apples? It’s scab
Q. My apple tree has dots on the leaves and the fruit. Help! Angie from Salem A. These are the
Top US diplomat Tillerson hits right note with Russia
Editorial: Unlike President Donald J. Trump, who grudgingly signed a package of sanctions against Russia for
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK Annabelle: Creation (R) A nun and several girls from a closed orphanage move in
Suspect in parking-lot beating pleads guilty to probation violation
Tracey Shuler entered his plea Wednesday
Cost of drugs an outrage
Opinion: By Dan K. THOMASSON Tribune News Service WASHINGTON Years ago, when my daughter was in the
Mutant flower?
Mutant flower? Ellen Weiss of Liberty, an avid gardener and photographer, discovered this strange
Pentagon: US billed for iffy expensesSFlb
Associated Press WASHINGTON A British company hired to train Afghan intelligence officers
Google gender debacle speaks to tech culture wars, politics
Associated Press NEW YORK The Google engineer who blamed biological differences for the paucity
Wendy’s serves up strong 2Q
Associated Press DUBLIN, Ohio Strong sales in North America powered a surprisingly strong
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships: POLAND
Colleges in US help foreign students wary of traveling home
Associated Press Art student Usman Anwar planned to spend this summer at home in Pakistan,
Many ‘solutions’ for dog urine on lawns are myths
By Marilyn McKinley OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer If you own a dog or live in an area where
N. Korea problem won’t be solved on land; training at sea essential
Opinion: By James Stavridis Bloomberg View As the world worries about the increasing threat from North
Thirteen Trumbull County students awarded scholarships
Thirteen Trumbull County students awarded scholarships
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
FBI searched ex-Trump campaign chairman’s home
Associated Press WASHINGTON FBI agents have searched one of the homes of President Donald
US stocks close slightly lower
Associated Press U.S. stocks closed slightly lower Wednesday, making up much of the ground they
Women arrested after bystander intervenes in mall theft
Two Youngstown women face charges in connection with a shoplifting incident
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Positions moving YOUNGSTOWN In July, Mercy Health announced it will be relocating 40 patient-
NFL news & notes
STEELERS Bryant cleared for preseason practices LATROBE, PA. The long wait for Martavis Bryant
Police: Woman posts Snapchat video of herself being raped
Associated Press MARBLEHEAD, OHIO Authorities in Ohio say a woman posted Snapchat video of
Critics say voter panel could create target for hackers
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Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Wed: Steve Vuich, 7 p.m. Barrel Run
Agenda Friday
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We’ll answer your questions and share some tips Herbs & annuals
By Pam Baytos OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer CANFIELD Now that our herb and annual flower
Township continues work with city annexation
Trustees met Tuesday to discuss property annexation and approved and gave updates on township improvement projects.
Productivity rose slightly in the spring
Associated Press WASHINGTON The productivity of American workers rose just modestly in the
Trump’s threat fits with North Korea’s image of US
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea Donald Trump’s threat to unleash “fire and fury” on North
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Mark F. Mariner, 28, of 25 N. Navarre, Austintown,
Around the Horn
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WARREN ITALIAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL Schedule
This year’s festival will take place from today through Sunday at Courthouse Square in downtown
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Dog-day song
Dog-day song The annual cicada males are singing their mating songs, telling us the dog days of
East, Chaney plan orientation sessions
East, Chaney plan orientation sessions YOUNGSTOWN East and Chaney high schools will have
City firefighters rescue puppy stuck on balcony
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown firefighters saved a puppy Wednesday stuck on a second-story
Family Fun Fridays
Family Fun Fridays When: Friday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. What: Each Friday, take part in fun drop-in
N. Korea outlines plan to launch missiles
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea North Korea today announced a detailed plan to launch a
Postal Service may get more freedom to raise stamp prices
Associated Press WASHINGTON It may be time to stock up on Forever stamps. Regulators appear
Wednesday, August 9 (103 stories)
Feds in Youngstown rounding up 19 indicted in 2 drug cases
Federal agents and police rounded up suspects in two separate drug indictments after cases against them were unsealed in federal court.
Victim 'adored' Damore before alleged assault, mother testifies
A man accused of raping a 12-year-old relative said he drank too much and didn’t remember what happened, the victim’s mother testified.
Fans flock to Rayen Stadium tonight to raise funds for helmets
The rally featured a scrimmage between the Akron-Firestone Falcons and the East High Golden Bears — their first on-field appearance since the team’s name was changed.
Trumbull judge denies most requests from Hamad attorneys
Though Nasser Hamad’s new attorneys convinced Judge Ronald Rice last month to discourage anyone from trying to pry incriminating evidence from Hamad in jail, the judge was less supportive of their latest legal efforts.
Boardman Park adds pickleball, disc golf
Inspired by popular demand, Boardman Park has added two new recreational opportunities for its guests.
Warren swears in 7 new firefighters, bringing ranksto 65
For the third time this year, Warren has added firefighters to its ranks, swearing in seven Wednesday, bringing the total to 19 for the year.
UPDATE | Suspect arrested in death of North Side woman found in trunk in Niagra Falls
Police investigating homicide where body found at Niagra Falls
City police search for woman after call she might be in danger
City police search for woman after call she might be in danger
Trump hits McConnell for Senate crash of Obama health repeal
Trump hits McConnell for Senate crash of Obama health repeal
VIDEO: 2017 Farmers National Bank Greatest Golfer Preview Show
Greatest Golfer 2017 is upon us next week!
DAMORE UPDATE | Girl testifies in Damore rape trial
DAMORE UPDATE | Girl testifies in Damore rape trial
6 workers sue swanky Plaza Hotel, allege sexual harassment
6 workers sue swanky Plaza Hotel, allege sexual harassment
NORTH KOREA | Pentagon chief issues own sharp threat to NKorea
Pentagon chief issues own sharp threat to NKorea
Boardman police arrest 2 Youngstown women
2 Youngstown women arrested in Boardman after shoplifting incident
Downtown streets closed Saturday for wellness walk
Downtown streets closed Saturday for wellness walk
Pentagon: British firm billed US more than $50M for iffy expenses
Pentagon: British firm billed US more than $50M for iffy expenses
Orientation for incoming East, Chaney freshmen set for Aug. 23
Orientation for incoming East, Chaney freshmen set for Aug. 23
Suspect roundup underway after drug case indictments
Suspect roundup underway after drug case indictments
UPDATE | Recess until 1:15 p.m. in trial of man accused in girl's rape
Opening arguments begin in trial of man accused in raping girl
Attention golfers: Register for 2017 Greatest by Friday
Deadline to sign up for Greatest Golfer is this Friday.
NORTH KOREA | Trump implies nuclear strike is possible
Trump implies nuclear strike on North Korea is possible
NORTH KOREA | Tillerson doesn’t believe there’s ’imminent threat’
Tillerson says he doesn’t believe there’s ’any imminent threat’ from North Korea
Joe Maddon: No ill will toward Pennsylvania hometown
Joe Maddon: No ill will toward Pennsylvania hometown
Bruce Springsteen plans a series of Broadway fall concerts
Bruce Springsteen plans a series of Broadway fall concerts
RUSSIA PROBE | FBI agents searched former Trump campaign chair’s home
FBI agents searched former Trump campaign chair’s home
UPDATE | Judge moves sentencing of driver who killed woman in mall parking lot
Big crowd on hand for sentencing of driver who killed woman in mall parking lot
Man granted early release sent back to prison for gun possession
Man granted early release sent back to prison for gun possession
Testimony set in US trial over Chinese student’s slaying
Testimony set in US trial over Chinese student’s slaying
Man faces charges after ignoring warnings, crashing motorcycle
Man faces charges after ignoring warnings, crashing motorcycle
Pennsylvania teenager charged after baby found alive in bag
Pennsylvania teenager charged after baby found alive in bag
Lawyer: No appearance at Florida DUI hearing for Tiger Woods
Lawyer: No appearance at Florida DUI hearing for Tiger Woods
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Bethel Lutheran Church, 425 Crestview Drive, Boardman, will host a dine-in or drive-
Local church will host trash, treasure sale
Local church will host trash, treasure sale CANFIELD Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 550 N. Broad
Penguins have lots of options on ground
YSU is without Jody Webb and Martin Ruiz, but the Penguins have depth.
State law may keep anti-fracking proposal off Youngstown's Nov. ballot
An anti-fracking charter amendment could be kept off the city’s Nov. 7 ballot because of a conflict with state law.
Ohio AG's Office files criminal charges against ex-Campbell police chief
Internal records revealed multiple sexual-harassment allegations against Rauzan.
Finance worries Youngstown school board
Youngstown City School Board of Education passed a resolution of “objection and concern” to challenge the constitutionality of House Bill 70.
Fitch’s Hall looks for breakout year at Pitt
The reminders of the greatness that came before Qadree Ollison and Darrin Hall are everywhere at Pitt.
Indians stun Rockies with 3-run homer in 9th
For eight innings, nothing. The Indians did everything in the ninth.
Wanted: High-school math teachers for Youngstown schools
Salaries are negotiable, says the school district’s CEO.
SPORTS DIGEST || Big strikeout for Teaney in Scrappers win
Jonathan Teaney struck Tristan Graham out with the bases loaded to end the game, leading the Mahoning Valley Scrappers to an 8-7 win over the Aberdeen IronBirds on Tuesday.
Trumbull County weighs in on MVSD refund issue
Jim Brutz, assistant Trumbull County prosecutor, said he will write a letter on behalf of the county’s water department and the county commissioners saying county water customers ought to share in any refund Niles gets.
Massive hit is opening doors for Spanish-language pop songs In love with ‘Despacito’
By MESFIN FEKADU AP Music Writer NEW YORK “Despacito” is easily the song of the summer with
Browns’ Garrett plans on ‘sending a message’
Myles Garrett won’t be satisfied with just sacks or de-cleating a running back.
Getting better at online meetings
Last month, I started a sabbatical from my regular work at YSU. I’m lucky. Most U.S. employees
Day of Adventure gives kids a day free from cancer stress
Yellow Brick Place cancer wellness group hosted this first kids event.
Campbell man receives probation for sex with minor
The 13-year-old victim said she was “completely manipulated” by 21-year-old Campbell man
Woman arrested by Boardman police tells them she needs help for drug problem
Melissa Chester faces numerous drug charges
YPD finds two guns, arrests three on gun charges
All three arrested are not allowed to have a weapon
Woman charged after crashing SUV into motel
A woman was arraigned via video Tuesday in Girard Municipal Court after police said she crashed an SUV into a Liberty motel.
Jury selected for trial of man accused of child rape
The Boardman man potentially faces life in prison if found guilty.
Event brings softball to people with disabilities
Liston Spann, 44, of Youngstown swings at a pitch during the Adaptive Sports Program of Ohio wheelchair softball game Tuesday in the Covelli Centre parking lot. Spann was injured in a drive-by shooting in 1992.
The top five songs on the iTunes chart for the most recent one-week sales period:
The top five songs on the iTunes chart for the most recent one-week sales period: v “Despacito”
Wars and swirling rumors of war
Opinion: One month after the election, President-elect Donald Trump made a “victory tour” of states that had
Suspect kills self, ending manhunt
Suspect kills self, ending manhunt ANTWERP, OHIO Authorities say a rape suspect who overpowered
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 9
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Nielsen: America loves ‘AGT’ and ‘GOT’
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Golf tournament will benefit Alchemy Acres Animal Sanctuary
Golf tournament will benefit Alchemy Acres Animal Sanctuary
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Grant proposals sought YOUNGSTOWN Awesome Foundation Youngstown announced a call for proposals
Nissan will pay $97.7M in proposed Takata settlement
Associated Press MIAMI Nissan Motor Co. would pay $97.68 million under a proposed settlement
President should declare national opioid emergency
Editorial: If anyone continues to harbor any doubts about the epic destructiveness of the opioid-overdose
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 8
Today is Tuesday, Aug. 8, the 220th day of 2017. There are 145 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Experts: Lives at risk if no sleep tests for train engineers
Associated Press U.S. officials are abandoning plans to require sleep-apnea screening for truck
Selected local stocks
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Golf Tournament to benefit Alchemy Acres Animal Sanctuary
lake milton Alchemy Acres Animal Sanctuary will host its annual Gavin Ward Memorial Golf
Driller files $5M suit against ‘Gasland’ resident, lawyers
Associated Press A gas driller who was targeted with allegations that it polluted residential
Glen Campbell, superstar entertainer of ’60s, ’70s, dies
Associated Press NASHVILLE, TENN. Glen Campbell, the affable superstar singer of “Rhinestone
Trump threatens ‘fire, fury’ against N. Korea
Associated Press BRIDGEWATER, N.J. President Donald Trump threatened North Korea “with fire and
Trump’s humor hateful
Opinion: By Jeffrey Weiss The Dallas Morning News You may have noticed a week or so ago when President
Governors are cheating workers
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords The governors of many states are boldly stepping forward these days
METRO DIGEST || Warren shooting death ruled homicide
Death ruled homicide WARREN The Trumbull County coroner has ruled the death of Devonte West, 24,
Steelers’ James poised for breakout season.
Jesse James appeared in all 19 games last season for the AFC North champions, finishing with 39 receptions for 338 yards and three TDs.
Casinos embrace esports, work to understand it
Associated Press ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. Casinos are slowly embracing competitive video-game
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Meals for busy families
Family Features Ease your way into a busy new school year with easy dishes you can prepare and
Water trapped in fair ride may have led to accident
Associated Press A manufacturer’s explanation that corrosion caused an amusement ride to fly apart
2 Youngstown men face drug charges
2 Youngstown men face drug charges AUSTINTOWN Police made a traffic stop that turned up drug
Italian steakhouse offers much more than just Italian cuisine and steaks
Right next to the Avalon Inn, nestled beside the manicured knolls of the resort’s golf course, sits The Chophouse restaurant.
Grilling like a pitmaster
Family Features Summertime meals are all about the grill. This year, give your grill and your
US scientists contradict Trump’s climate claims
Associated Press WASHINGTON As President Donald Trump touts new oil pipelines and pledges to
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Brett and Heather Sinning, Stow, boy, Aug. 7. Destiney
High-tech ideas to fix opioid crisis abound, compete for Ohio grants
Associated Press COLUMBUS A call by Republican Gov. John Kasich for scientific breakthroughs to
Greens and grains: Add fresh produce to your diet and community
Family Features Dedicating more of your plate to fresh-from-the-garden produce as well as rice and
Warren police solve armed robbery with help from witnesses, search warrant
Warren police solve armed robbery with help from witnesses, search warrant
Burgers great for your outdoor summer gathering
Western Burger 30 Minutes or Less Total Recipe Time: 20 to 25 minutes Makes 4
Marines eye plan to put women in combat training
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. Marine Corps for the first time is eyeing a plan to let
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Four Square Block Watch, 6 p.m., Greater Friendship Baptist Church, 646 Lakewood
Tuesday, August 8 (114 stories)
New state law may keep anti-fracking measure off November ballot
An anti-fracking charter amendment could be kept off the city’s Nov. 7 ballot by the Mahoning County Board of Elections because of a conflict with state law.
Ohio AG files criminal charges against ex-Campbell chief Rauzan
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has filed criminal charges against former Campbell Police Chief Andrew Rauzan related to improper personal use of a law-enforcement database.
Tonght's wheelchair softball 1st of 4 August games in Covelli lot
played in sports wheelchairs by physically disabled athletes ranging from 11 to middle age, joined by some family members and event organizers on the Covelli Centre blacktop parking lot early this evening, no one kept score and no one seemed to care.”
Kids dealing with relative's cancer get stress-free event today
Before Max Toker came to the Yellow Brick Place’s kids event today, he wanted to make sure of one thing: that no counselors were going to be there.
21-year-old Campbell man gets 5 years for sex with teen
Because the victim was 13, the acts do not constitute statutory rape, which occurs when the victim is younger than 13 and can result in life in prison.
3 with criminal records be arraigned on illegal posession of firearms
Three men are set to be arraigned Wednesday in municipal court after their arrest with guns they are not allowed to have because of their criminal records.
Youngstown school board approves measure challenging state law putting CEO in place
Youngstown Board of Education approved a resolution of “objection and concern” to challenge the constitutionality of House Bill 70 due to the board’s worry about spending and the five-year financial forecast.
Farm management field day set for Wednesday in North Jackson is canceled
Farm management field day set for Wednesday in North Jackson is canceled
Trumbull Dems select Barry Profato for Niles council at-large seat on fall ballot
Trumbull Dems select Barry Profato Niles council at-large seat on fall ballot
David Letterman returning to talk TV
In each hour-long episode, Letterman will conduct a long-form conversation with a single guest and explore topics of his own outside the studio.
Glen Campbell, superstar entertainer of 1960s and '70s, dies
Glen Campbell, superstar entertainer of 1960s and '70s, dies
Trump blasts North Korea over new report about its nuclear weapons
Trump blasts North Korea over new report about its nuclear weapons
Ohio Attorney General’s Office files criminal charges against ex-Campbell police chief
Ohio Attorney General’s Office files criminal charges against ex-Campbell police chief
Wife convicted in Cleveland firefighter's death gets life without parole
Wife convicted in Cleveland firefighter's death gets life without parole
Report: Brussels police open fire on car in Molenbeek suburb
Report: Brussels police open fire on car in Molenbeek suburb
Woman arrested on drug charges tells cops she needs help
Woman arrested on drug charges tells cops she needs help
Water trapped inside Ohio fair ride may have led to accident
Water trapped inside Ohio fair ride may have led to accident
Tank leak oozes 300,000 tons of molten glass into Ohio plant
Tank leak oozes 300,000 tons of molten glass into Ohio plant
Hawaiian, Alaska and Delta top list of on-time US airlines
Hawaiian, Alaska and Delta top list of on-time US airlines
109 US salmonella cases now linked to papayas from Mexico
109 US salmonella cases now linked to papayas from Mexico
Vote counting begins in Kenya's hotly contested elections
Vote counting begins in Kenya's hotly contested elections
Business groups punch back against energy tax legislation
Business groups punch back against energy tax legislation
Trump administration sides with Ohio on purging voter rolls
Trump administration sides with Ohio on purging voter rolls
Sinead O'Connor pleads for help, says she's living in motel
Sinead O'Connor pleads for help, says she's living in motel
8 jurors seated to decide Taylor Swift groping case
8 jurors seated to decide Taylor Swift groping case
Ohio WWII veteran receives Purple Heart, Bronze Star honors
Ohio WWII veteran receives Purple Heart, Bronze Star honors
Woman arraigned after crashing car into Liberty motel
Woman arraigned after crashing car into Liberty motel
APNewsBreak: Dems seek federal payments to Trump business
APNewsBreak: Dems seek federal payments to Trump business
High-tech ideas to fix opioid crisis compete for Ohio grants
High-tech ideas to fix opioid crisis compete for Ohio grants
Acclaimed singer and actress Barbara Cook has died at 89
Acclaimed singer and actress Barbara Cook has died at 89
Traffic stop in Austintown turns up drug contraband
Traffic stop in Austintown turns up drug contraband
Man receives five years probation for relationship with minor
Man receives five years probation for relationship with minor
Police find drugs and gun in housing project traffic stop
Police find drugs and gun in housing project traffic stop
Addiction specialist 1 of 39 charged in $10M drug ring
Addiction specialist 1 of 39 charged in $10M drug ring
Police nab 2 convicted felons in possession of AK-47
Police nab 2 convicted felons in possession of AK-47
The Latest: Board opens 2nd hearing in fatal police shooting
The Latest: Board opens 2nd hearing in fatal police shooting
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch Class of 1955 will meet at 2 p.m. Aug. 26 at the home of Dr. Barbara Brothers.
Goodwill needs volunteers for August
Goodwill needs volunteers for August YOUNGSTOWN Amblyopia Vision Screening Program of Youngstown
Warren police say all suspects in three shooting deaths are dead
Warren police say all suspects in three shooting deaths are dead
Salem theater’s ‘9 to 5’ is a good day’s work
By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com SALEM Although it has difficulty living up to the film
Family, friends pay tribute to YSU advocate Frank Watson
Nearly 400 friends and family gathered in Youngstown State University’s Watson and Tressel Training Site to memorialize Frank C. Watson
Boardman woman sentenced to four years and nine months for her role in fatal crash
Victim’s family addresses the impact opioid epidemic has had
With new contract, Curry vows to do more off the court
Warriors leader has 5-year deal worth $201 million
Venezuelan worker becomes voice against coercion
Venezuelan worker becomes voice against coercion CARACAS, Venezuela Javier Hernandez knew he
Study: Infant mortality disparity grows in Appalachia
Associated Press FRANKFORT, Ky. Placing much of the blame on smoking, a study chronicling the
Gains in technology lift stock indexes to new highs
Associated Press Gains in technology companies helped lift U.S. stock index higher Monday, nudging
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Eagle Joint Fire District, 7 p.m., board of directors, 33 W. Liberty St.,
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Lindsey Stirling: Tonight on
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Christopher and Krista Minoth, Youngstown, boy, Aug. 6.
Trump looks to loyal voters as support slips, agenda stalls
Associated Press WASHINGTON After six months of infighting, investigations and legislative
Students seek to remove Richmond from football team
A petition is circulating on Facebook to remove a Youngstown State University walk-on football player
Amy Schumer to star in Steve Martin play on Broadway
Amy Schumer to star in Steve Martin play on Broadway NEW YORK Amy Schumer and Steve Martin are
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
New training series in social media YOUNGSTOWN The Ohio Small Business Development Center
YNDC awarded $498,880 to encourage healthy food purchases
Youngstown is among 32 cities to get the grant nationwide
Warren man gets probation after making Facebook threats
A city man who made a Facebook threat in February to kill children and adults sentenced to three years probation
Police issue three disorderly conduct charges
Three reported disorderly conduct charges over the weekend all dealt with public drunkenness.
Facing drug charges
Facing drug charges YOUNGSTOWN Police said a woman found overdosed in her car on a West Side
SPORTS digest
YSU football No. 9 in STATS poll Youngstown State’s football is ranked No. 9 in the STATS
Downtown road closures lead to complaints from business owners
A Youngstown official says city is trying to get the work done as quickly as possible
Authorities: 85-year-old Ohio dad kills son in self-defense
Associated Press CUMBERLAND Authorities say an 85-year-old man fatally shot his son in what
Chicago files federal lawsuit over sanctuary cities threat
Associated Press CHICAGO Mayor Rahm Emanuel has taken his fight against President Donald
NOTICES
NOTICES BASEBALL East Liverpool — will be the site of games for high school players this fall.
Recruitment, Miracles & Promises Radiothon
Recruitment, Miracles & Promises Radiothon BOARDMAN Recruitment is underway for Miracle Maker
Exec denounces employee’s views on female workers
Associated Press NEW YORK Silicon Valley’s efforts to promote workforce diversity haven’t
Report reveals underground US haven for heroin users
Associated Press NEW YORK A safe haven where drug users inject themselves with heroin and other
AROUND THE HORN Monday’s other MLB games
NATIONAL LEAGUE National 3, Marlins 2 WASHINGTON Max Scherzer pitched seven sharp innings in
Wall St. trumps ‘Real America’
Opinion: By John L. MICEK Cagle Cartoons Dear Forgotten Men and Women of America: I bear sad tidings:
sNFL news & notes
DOLPHINS Cutler will miss preseason opener DAVIE, FLA. New Miami Dolphins quarterback Jay
Digital divide talk takes place in Youngstown
The results of the Connect Ohio survey were discussed Monday by broadband providers, local leaders and U.S. Rep. Bill Johnson.
Football has a problem
Opinion: By John M. CRISP Tribune News Service The beginning of this fall’s football season coincides
world Sanctions may not halt North Korea’s nuclear program
Associated Press WASHINGTON The strongest sanctions yet against North Korea could still prove no
FDA approved hepatitis drug Treating C
By LINDA A. JOHNSON AP Health Writer U.S. regulators have approved the first drug to treat all
Committee turns in petitions for elections charter amendment
The proposal would eliminate partisan elections and restrict political contributions
Ohio teen mom of buried newborn pleads not guilty
Associated Press CINCINNATI An 18-year-old woman whose newborn’s remains were buried outside
Parents’ lawsuit blames schools for bullying, child suicide
Associated Press CINCINNATI The parents of an 8-year-old boy who hanged himself blame a
Selected local stocks
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SAMSUNG Prosecutors seek 12-year prison term for billionaire
Associated Press SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA South Korean prosecutors have recommended a 12-year jail
Chocolate milkshake mitigates migraine
Q. After 50 years of almost daily migraine headaches, I found out by accident that drinking a
Sentencing set in vehicular homicide
Sentencing set in vehicular homicide WARREN Russell Lauer III, 44, of Cortland will be
Two Valley hospitals ranked among top Ohio hospitals
Two local Mercy Health hospitals are ranked at the top in the state
Man faces stolen property charges in Boardman
Numerous thefts and burglaries reported in Boardman over the weekend
Group works to restore historically significant church
The Columbus Dispatch ATHENS Though there’s mold growing on the walls, peeling paint on the
Roger Jones' good works leave legacy of greatness
Editorial: Like 16th century Ital- ian artist and scientist extraordinaire Leonardo da Vinci, 21st century
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO SFlbToDAY 12:30 p.m. (TNN) Tennis: Rogers Cup. 2 p.m. (NBCSN) Track and field: IAAF
Highway patrol: Too soon to say what caused fatal crash
Highway patrol: It’s too soon to say what caused fatal crash involving Warren Boy Scout troop
Cutler has a job; Kaepernick doesn’t
NFL’s blackballing of controversial quarterback becomes more obvious each day
Monday, August 7 (93 stories)
Arkansas inmates snatch keys, take control of part of prison
Arkansas inmates snatch keys, take control of part of prison
Russell Lauer to be sentenced Aug. 28 for death of Brittany Szwedko
Russell Lauer to be sentenced Aug. 28 for death of Brittany Szwedko
Youngstown man has second thoughts about representing himself in death-penalty case
Youngstown man has second thoughts about representing himself in death-penalty case
YNDC gets nearly $500K fed grant to allow Youngstown to purchase healthy foods
YNDC gets nearly $500K fed grant to allow Youngstown to purchase healthy foods
Digital divide discussion takes place in Youngstown
Digital divide discussion takes place in Youngstown
Nearly 400 turn out at YSU to pay tribute to Frank C. Watson
Nearly 400 turn out at YSU to pay tribute to Frank C. Watson
Downtown street closures bring complaints from some businesses
Street closures bring complaints from some businesses
Youngstown lifts boil-water alert for parts of West Side, Austintown
Youngstown lifts boil-water alert for parts of West Side, Austintown
Ohio parents' lawsuit blames schools for bullying, child suicide
Ohio parents' lawsuit blames schools for bullying, child suicide
Brock On: Osweiler picked to start Browns' exhibition opener
Brock On: Osweiler picked to start Browns' exhibition opener
Don Baylor, former MVP and manager of year, dead at 68
Don Baylor, former MVP and manager of year, dead at 68
Man faces stolen property charges after early-morning police stop
Man faces theft charges after early-morning police stop
Petitioners seek to change how elections work in Youngstown
Petitioners seek to change how elections work in Youngstown
Four years, nine months in prison for woman who killed passenger in crash
Four years, nine months in prison for woman who killed passenger in crash
Sean McKinney on VTR
Youngstown mayoral candidate Sean McKinney joined Vindy Talk Radio to discuss the upcoming election.
Preliminary hearing today for couple accused in freezer case
Preliminary hearing today for couple accused in freezer case
The Latest: Report aims to block Asian carp from Great Lakes
The Latest: Report aims to block Asian carp from Great Lakes
Google VP denounces employee memo’s views on female workers
Google VP denounces employee memo’s views on female workers
St. Louis County NAACP now supports Missouri travel advisory
St. Louis County NAACP now supports Missouri travel advisory
Thief gets away with $170 from Belmont Avenue dollar store
Thief gets away with $170 from Belmont Avenue dollar store
City police arrest woman found during OD on West Side
City police arrest woman found during OD on West Side
Qualifying seniors given option to stay at previous city high school
Qualifying seniors given option to stay at previous city high school
UPDATE | Missouri officer killed during traffic stop, man sought
Police name suspect in Missouri officer’s death
Missouri officer killed during traffic stop, man sought
Missouri officer killed during traffic stop, man sought
Trump raps Democratic Sen. Blumenthal as phony ’con artist’
Trump raps Democratic Sen. Blumenthal as phony ’con artist’
Police: Warren shooting was double or triple homicide
Police believe last week's Warren shooting was multiple homicide
Death of girl hurt as a baby may prompt more charges for dad
Death of girl hurt as a baby may prompt more charges for dad
Boardman man cited after pair found passed out in car Sunday
Boardman man cited after pair found passed out in car Sunday
WORTH A LOOK
ART SHOWS Buhl Day 2017 is seeking entries for this year’s art show. It will be a juried 2D
Retirement hasn’t slowed Garrison Keillor
By JEFF BAENEN Associated Press ST. PAUL, Minn. Garrison Keillor is not spending his time in
‘Bizarre Foods’ host on new show, travel tips, addiction hope A lot on Zimmern’s plate
By BETH J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor NEW YORK Andrew Zimmern, host of Travel Channel’s
TCAP expands with 7th location, promotes center-based play
Center-based play draws in more than 600 students to attend Trumbull Community Action Program’s Head Start school
Marley talks reggae, cannabis
By JOSEPH LONGO Associated Press LOS ANGELES Damian Marley shot the music video for his new
Fifth annual Wings-n-Wheels soars for crowd of thousands
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com warren Ron Kocka of Mecca Township was one of thousands
MetroParks makes improvements to Volney Rogers Field area
Volney Rogers Field courts will soon reopen to the public
Frank Watson epitomized the very best of the Valley
Editorial: Frank C. Watson, prominent business leader and philanthropist, lived the Scriptural precept, “From
Black women deal with unequal pay
Opinion: By Starita Smith Tribune News Service Despite the astronomical pay of Oprah, Serena Williams and
Starbucks denies rumors of discounts
Starbucks denies rumors of discounts detroit Starbucks Corp. is shooting down a rumor that its
State warns Ohioans of scam involving unclaimed funds
Associated Press COLUMBUS State officials are warning Ohioans to beware of a scam involving
Officials clash with Department of Energy over uranium plant
Associated Press PIKETON, Ohio Officials in an Ohio village are at odds with the U.S. Department
ARMED FORCES
ARMED FORCES ACADEMIES Brown urges students to seek nominations WASHINGTON U.S. Sen. Sherrod
TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Nicholas J. Lee, 35, of 3004 Lancer Court NW, Warren,
Welcome boost from China to global pressure on N. Korea
Associated Press MANILA, Philippines A global pressure campaign on North Korea propelled by
TV/RADIO
TV/RADIO SFlbTODAY 12:30 p.m. (TNN) Tennis: Rogers Cup. 2 p.m. (NBCSN) Track and field: IAAF
MiLB STATISTICS
MiLB STATISTICS SFlbMINOR LEAGUES SINGLE A New York-Penn League McNamara Division WLPct.GB
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Craig Beach Village Council, 7 p.m., village municipal building, 2538 Grandview
GOLF roundup
champions tour Goydos wins playoff BLAINE, MINN. Paul Goydos birdied the first playoff hole
NFL News & notes
FALCONS Collins suspended 10 games for PEDs FLOWERY BRANCH, GA. For the second straight year,
Don’t use sharks as props
Opinion: By Paula Moore People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals By now, you’ve surely seen – or at
Manufacturer: Corrosion caused ride to break apart
Associated Press COLUMBUS Excessive corrosion on a support beam caused a “catastrophic failure”
Improvements coming to Maple and Southern railroad crossing in Boardman
Ohio Rail Development Commission has identified safety concerns at railroad crossing
Creepy crawlers captivate crowd at reptile show
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com CANFIELD Earlier this year, James Kagarise went to the Animal
‘Dark Tower’ tops a slow weekend; ‘Detroit’ disappoints
‘Dark Tower’ tops a slow weekend; ‘Detroit’ disappoints NEW YORK After a decade of development
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box office gross per city. Includes the average
Rare August tornado sends 30 to hospital
Associated Press OKLAHOMA CITY A rare late-summer tornado smashed into a shopping district of
Man faces trial in dog-abuse case
Associated Press DEDHAM, MASS. A man charged with abusing a dog so severely it had to be
Pence slams report on possible prep for 2020 presidential bid
Associated Press BRIDGEWATER, N.J. Vice President Mike Pence has pushed back against a news
Trump’s hands-on messaging is unprecedented, carries risks
Associated Press NEW YORK For the third time in six months, President Donald Trump is on the
Feds join search for escaped rape suspect
Associated Press PAULDING, OHIO Federal officials joined local authorities Sunday as the search
Venezuela troops quash attack on military base
Associated Press VALENCIA, VENEZUELA Soldiers battled for three hours Sunday morning against a
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 5
Today is Saturday, Aug. 5, the 217th day of 2017. There are 148 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
HIGH SCHOOL
HIGH SCHOOL SCHEDULE todAY boys golf Ursuline vs. Alliance, Alliance Country Club, 9 a.m.
Austintown outage
Austintown outage AUSTINTOWN Power was restored by 12:40 p.m. Sunday after a tree limb fell on a
AROUND THE HORN | Sunday’s other MLB games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Mariners 8, Royals 7 Royals 9, Mariners 1 KANSAS CITY, MO. Rookie Jakob
SPORTS digest
Baird Brothers third in Palomino World Series SANTA CLARA, CALIF. Baird Brothers made history in
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 7
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 7 Today is Monday, Aug. 7, the 219th day of 2017. There are 146 days left in
Work is the key to welfare reform
Opinion: By Katherine Bradley and Robert Rector The Heritage Foundation Last year marked the 20th
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 1
Today is Tuesday, Aug. 1, the 213th day of 2017. There are 152 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 4
Today is Friday, Aug. 4, the 216th day of 2017. There are 149 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Sunday, August 6 (86 stories)
Poland championship team due back home soon
The Poland Junior League softball team was expected to arrive in the village around 11:30 p.m.
Improvements on track for Boardman railroad crossing
Drainage, track and road surface improvements are expected this fall
Pence slams report saying he is considering presidential run in 2020
The vice president said he vows to stay loyal to President Trump
On anniversary today of atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima, nuclear fears are renewed
Tensions in North Korea have many in Hiroshima and Japan worried
'Terrorist' attack quelled in Venezuela today
The South American nation has been embroiled in political crisis for months
Ohio officials warn of consumer scam involving unclaimed funds
The scammer charges a fee to purportedly track down unclaimed funds
Ohio village clashes with feds over plan to store radioactive waste
The Department of Energy argues the site is safe
Trump touts new harsh UN sanctions against North Korea
China and Russia played a role in drafting the sanctions aimed at pressuring Pyongyang to abandon its nuclear ambitions
Police investigating after woman found dead at her home
Police investigating after woman found dead at her home
Apartment shooting leads to city's 12th homicide of 2017
Apartment shooting leads to city's 12th homicide of 2017
GARDEN CLUBS
upcoming Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown will host its 53rd Annual Horticultural Show at Fellows
Senior menu
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave. will offer the following opportunities: Monday,
SENIOR CITIZENS
1418 Auxiliary Seniors will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, at the Bedford Trails Golf Course Restaurant
Marine reunion set
Marine reunion set AUSTINTOWN The 38th annual Marine reunion will take place from 6 p.m. to
Poland wins World Series crown
Grisdale’s hits, Gross’ pitches propel Ohio champions to Junior League title
Revered Scout leader killed in auto crash; wife, 5 Scouts injured
A rear tire of his 1999 GMC Suburban failed, causing the SUV to go out of control on state Route 11 as he was driving his wife and five Scouts to a camping trip in Ontario, Canada.
Poland thrown curve but wins softball title at World Series
Staff/wire report KIRKLAND, Wash. When the Poland 13-14 softball players and their coaches woke
CEO Mohip's new conduct code reduces lost days due to discipline 42%
“It’s not that teachers and administrators aren’t permitted to suspend students, but it should be rare,” Mohip said. “The new code of conduct follows restorative justice and restorative practices as well as Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports.”
Celebrating Lake Milton’s centennial
The day started with guests being driven in classic cars from the Harry Meshel Amphitheater to a boat-launching area on the other side of the lake. From there, guests boarded boats and were joined by dozens of other boaters for a parade around the lake.
Chapman channels Series performance in Cleveland
The Yankees saved Aroldis Chapman from re-living an October nightmare
Mahoning County prepares for more paving projects
$2.1 million in paving projects covering more than 20 miles of road are expected between August and October.
SPORTS DIGEST || Sharon Speedway to host dash for cash
The “410” Sprint Car event on August 12 at Sharon Speedway will now be the “Simon Yoder Memorial” and will pay $3,000 to-win, $250 to-start along with a special dash for cash.
Italian fest attendance rebounds under sunny skies
Festival chairman John Rossetti says the festival has a part in the revival of the downtown.
Rob Reid’s ‘After On’ is an intriguing story
By JEFF AYERS Associated Press “After On: a Novel of Silicon Valley” (Del Rey), by Rob Reid
Rockin' doctors revive 80's sound on new album
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com What do you get when you put two doctors from Canfield in a
‘The Blinds’ mixes genres, moves at brisk pace
By OLINE H. COGDILL Associated Press “The Blinds” (Ecco/HarperCollins), by Adam Sternbergh The
James Wolk balances daddy duty with saving humanity on ‘Zoo’
By ALICIA RANCILIO Associated Press NEW YORK In real life, actor James Wolk is a new dad
Lifetime movie ‘Flint’ will dramatize city’s water crisis
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. Melissa Mays, a resident of Flint,
Ohio Virtual Academy prepares senior for adult life
A 17-year-old senior has been utilizing his Ohio Virtual Academy status to run a business joecoolsdogdrool.com, embrace his interest in politics and participate in the College Credit Plus Program
Logano remains calm as pressure for victory mounts
Four of the next five races are at tracks that have been kind to him
METRO DIGEST || See wildlife at Wednesday program
Live wildlife program MERCER, PA. Mercer County Conservation District invites the public to a
Sunbelt Transformer helps bring power to Honduras
The Sharon company is building up a world presence.
Historic Stambaugh transforming to luxury hotel
Dominic Marchionda, right, CEO of NYO Property Group, discusses renovations to the Stambaugh Building to accommodate the new DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel with a Hilton representative in a model room.
PRO GOLF roundup
WOMEN Kim builds 6-shot lead ST. ANDREWS, Scotland I.K. Kim stood on the first tee at the
NOTiCES
NOTiCES BASEBALL Mill Creek Junior baseball — will have Fall Ball sign-ups for boys ages 8-11
AREA GOLF SCORES
AREA GOLF SCORES bedford trails Bedford Beauties — Low gross: Sue Burns 40. Low net: Carol
Author Greier will talk about ‘Wyvern’
Author Greier will talk about ‘Wyvern’ LISBON Lepper Library, 303 E. Lincoln Way, will host
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Brookfield Township trustees, 6:30 p.m. special meeting, followed by 7 p.m. regular
Heat wave stifles large swath of Europe
Associated Press BELGRADE, Serbia A relentless heat wave that gripped parts of Europe has sent
Medicine brings back sexual enjoyment
Q. About 10 years ago, I began taking Wellbutrin for depression. Within two weeks I felt better than
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Chamber schedules a mayoral forum YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber’s Government
Hubbard Elementary School open house, kindergarten orientation this month
The kindergarten orientation is Aug. 30
West Virginia peaks draw experienced climbers and novices SENECA ROCKS
By MICHAEL VIRTANEN Associated Press SENECA ROCKS, W.Va. The pale ridge rises like the ragged
Ed Puskas: Irving may come to regret trade request.
This figures to be a case of Kyrie Irving not appreciating what he had until he’s gone.
Children’s Defense Fund ends year with program, celebration
Children’s Defense Fund ends year with program, celebration
Literary Society event will feature best-selling author
Literary Society event will feature best-selling author
No Ohio colleges willing to test medical pot
Associated Press COLUMBUS Testing lab applications for Ohio’s medical-marijuana program are due
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS
COURTS columbiana county new cases National Collegiate Student Loan Trust v. Nathaniel Ogden
With rapist on football team, YSU shows lack of integrity, leadership
Opinion: With rapist on football team, YSU shows lack of integrity, leadership In welcoming con- victed
The school of redemption
Opinion: We forgive. We hate. They are two polarizing traits that distinguish humans from all other
Accused teen to remain behind bars
Associated Press HAMILTON, OHIO A judge has ruled that a 14-year-old Ohio girl who prosecutors
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Italian Festival, 1-11 p.m.: Angelo Babbaro will sing
Finally, relief from annoying robocalls?
Associated Press NEW YORK For Michael Rizzo, answering the phone is too often a waste of time.
Idea for bobble heads came from 18th-century figurines
Bobble heads are popular today as sports collectibles. Most baseball teams offer souvenir bobble-
UPCOMING GOLF OUTINGS & SCRAMBLES
AUGUST 13 — 34th annual Father Haidet Memorial Golf Outing, sponsored by the St. Charles Men’s
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
REAL ESTATE REAL Trends has published the 2017 Market Leaders report. The report ranks firms in
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Why your dishwasher isn’t drying
Dishes that come out of the dishwasher almost as wet as they went in is one of the top complaints
Children’s Defense Fund ends year with celebration
YOUNGSTOWN Tabernacle Baptist Church Children’s Defense Fund Freedom School hosted its final
Literary Society event Aug. 17 features Mary Kay Andrews
youngstown The Literary Society of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County is
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Alison and Douglas Feezle, East Palestine, boy, Aug. 4.
Today is Sunday, Aug. 6, the 218th day of 2017. There are 147 days left in the year.
Today is Sunday, Aug. 6, the 218th day of 2017. There are 147 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Runners to your marks … Upcoming races & walks
AUGUST 16 — 19th annual Clipper Cross Country Series at Columbiana High School on Wednesday, Aug.
GM won’t reveal plans for Lordstown complex
Editorial: We would like to believe that no news is good news when it comes to the future of General Motors’
Gift for YSU’s faculty
Opinion: Should contracts talks between Youngstown State University and the faculty union break down over
Around the Horn
Around the Horn Saturday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 4, White Sox 1 BOSTON
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Northwestern teacher, Oxford staffer jailed in stabbing case
Northwestern teacher, Oxford staffer jailed in stabbing case SAN FRANCISCO Far from their
Trump’s tax plan a reminder of Reagan’s fruitless attempt
Opinion: By Stephen Mihm Bloomberg View Republicans eager to put the health-care debacle behind them are
Saturday, August 5 (65 stories)
Today's Italian fest picture-perfect downtown
The weather was perfect Saturday for the second day of the 32nd annual Greater Youngstown Italian Heritage Festival in downtown Youngstown.
Nearly 50 watercraft join parade to mark Lake Milton's centennial today
The craft included included a jet-ski driven by Lake Milton resident “Captain” Tony Hoffer, whose 10-year-old American bulldog, Toby, rode shotgun.
Longtime Trumbull Boy Scout leader killed in crash on state Route 11 today
Also suffering minor injuries were his wife and five Scouts
Incomplete: Browns QB battle rolls on with no leader
Cleveland’s quarterback competition doesn’t seem any closer to a conclusion.
Poland plays for world championship today on ESPN2
Poland — representing the Central region — will play for the Junior League Softball World Championship at 3 p.m.
Roger Jones, of OH WOW! children's center, dies at 89
Jones, founder of Fireline, which makes products for the aerospace industry, is remembered for his generosity and creativity.
SPORTS DIGEST || Cardinal Mooney girls win Bishop’s Cup
The Cardinal Mooney girls golf team won the Bishop’s Cup Tournament on Friday at The Lake Club.Aug 4, 2017 at the Lake Club.
Walker has two-shot lead at Firestone
The sun finally came out, and Jimmy Walker saw a glimpse of what he hopes are brighter days ahead.
How does Jack die on ‘This Is Us’? Answer coming
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. The details of a tragedy looming over
Swift, DJ in court over claim of groping
By P. SOLOMON BANDA Associated Press DENVER Taylor Swift and her support team didn’t call
Ohio manufacturers release report
Ohio manufacturing is responsible for 18 percent of Ohio’s gross domestic product
Escapist movie series has that intangible quality, says actor The ‘Sharknado’ secret
By BERENICE BAUTISTA Associated Press MEXICO CITY The memes and mockery abound, but
Trumbull County commissioners respond to budget committee recommendations
Trumbull County commissioners told their budget review committee they are moving ahead with some of the panel’s 19 recommendations to shore up the county’s budget.
Arrests made in illegal gambling case
Bureau of Criminal Investigation looks into reports of illegal gambling in Boardman
Youngstown Italian fest opens with pasta, puddles
The 32nd annual Greater Youngstown Italian Festival kicked off Friday with an abundance of pasta and puddles in downtown’s Central Square.
Court upends Blackwater contractor’s murder conviction
Associated Press WASHINGTON A federal appeals court Friday overturned the first-degree murder
Take smoke out of smoking
Opinion: Richmond [Va.] Times Dispatch: Where there’s smoke, there’s not always fire, and the FDA seems to
washington Sessions vows to lower boom on leakers of classified info
Associated Press WASHINGTON Attorney General Jeff Sessions pledged Friday to rein in government
Surprise event celebrates 65th for Kalenitses
Youngstown Frank and Ann Kalenits of Youngstown were honored for their 65th wedding anniversary
QUOTES OF THE DAY
Opinion: “No one is entitled to surreptitiously fight their battles in the media by revealing sensitive
Man at Trump rally files a complaint
Man at Trump rally files a complaint YOUNGSTOWN A man ejected from a July 25 rally at the
For homeless on heroin, treatment can be elusive with no ID
For homeless on heroin, treatment can be elusive with no ID PHILADELPHIA Nearly two decades of
MAHONING COUNTY COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Gonzalo F. Gomez-Alarcon, 49, of 94 Lemans Apt. 4,
Man sent to prison for slaying over parking space
Associated Press TOLEDO An Ohio man has been sentenced to prison for a slaying that authorities
‘Sneaky-deep field’ awaits starter
This year’s $750,000 race has attracted a field with many possibilities.
Health screenings part of 5th annual African-American Male Walk/Run
Opinion: The screenings begin at 7 a.m. at the Covelli Centre downtown
NFL roundup
STEELERS Tomlin’s contract extended through 2020 PITTSBURGH Mike Tomlin’s strong first decade
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows:
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: To be announced. NBC’s “Meet the
ON THE LINKS Friday’s other pro golf results
WOMEN’S BRITISH OPEN ST. ANDREWS, SCOTLAND I.K. Kim, the best player in women’s golf right now,
Pot paradise
Associated Press NIPTON, Calif. Now that one of the nation’s largest cannabis companies has
Trump’s agenda matters
Opinion: By Mark Davis The Dallas Morning News It is tempting to bask in the daily dose of palace
Hiring in July cuts jobless rate to 4.3%
Associated Press WASHINGTON A drop in the unemployment rate to a 16-year low raises a
RECORD REVIEWS
Dan Wilson Album: “Re-Covered” Grade: A Dan Wilson helped write that tune? And that one, too?
Felony extortion charge
Felony extortion charge BOARDMAN Township police Thursday arrested Robert Donegan, 44, of New
The sights and sounds of summer
One evening a few weeks ago, my wife and I played cards with our daughter and her husband at their
Military shoot
Military shoot Niles The Western Reserve Fish & Game Association, 1058 W. Third St., will have a
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Italian Festival, 1 to 11 p.m.: Angelo Babbaro will take
Trade gap doesn’t make the US a global wimp
Associated Press WASHINGTON Is the United States the 98-pound weakling of global trade?
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Issue 2 opposed YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber’s Board of Directors recently
Fishing bug bit me early
A photo snapped when Dwight Eisenhower was president surfaced recently to reveal a bit of history
AROUND THE HORN
AROUND THE HORN Friday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Tigers 5, Orioles 2 BALTIMORE
Police: Professor suspected in murder apologizes
Associated Press CHICAGO A Northwestern University professor suspected in the stabbing death
VW executive pleads guilty in emissions scandal
Associated Press DETROIT A German Volkswagen executive pleaded guilty Friday to conspiracy and
Taking Y’town’s tech savvy on the road for world to see
Editorial: Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley have long pumped rugged muscle into our nation’s military might.
President Maduro plays with fire
Opinion: Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro’s decision to imprison opposition leaders Leopoldo Lopez and
Nine decades of warm library tales
Opinion: The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County has played a very important part in my
Friday, August 4 (139 stories)
Community leader, activist Frank Watson dead at 92
After a 10-year battle with Parkinson’s disease, Frank Charles Watson – also known as “Dude” – died at age 92 Thursday at his Canfield home.
Roger Jones dies; made Fireline special place to work, employee says
The founder of Fireline Inc. who shares the name of the downtown children’s science and technology center with his wife has died.
Warren cops won't say where shots originated that left 3 dead
Call logs from the Trumbull County 911 Center show there was a lot of activity Thursday evening around a Cadillac that had crashed into a house at Southern Boulevard and Solar Drive Southwest after gunfire broke out.
Pasta, puddles and morra punctuate Youngstown Italian fest opening today
The 32nd annual Greater Youngstown Italian Festival kicked off today with an abundance of pasta and puddles in downtown’s Central Square.
Niece of man seriously injured in fight asking why no one helped
The big question LeTisha Underwood has about her uncle’s beating is: Why?
Trumbull commissioners taking action on 5 budget recommendations
Trumbull County commissioners told their budget review committee they are moving ahead with some of the panel’s 19 recommendations to shore up the county’s budget.
4 women charged with gambling at Boardman venues
Four people were arrested Thursday as part of an investigation into illegal gambling at two township businesses, according to a township police report and information provided by Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine’s office.
Storms knock out power to thousands
John Gramelt of Girard noticed the sky darken Friday afternoon just as the lights started to flicker in his home.
Traveling Mahoning Avenue at Raccoon Road in Austintown? Be careful
Traveling Mahoning Avenue at Raccoon Road in Austintown? Be careful
Grand jury declines to indict Ohio officer who fatally shot man
Grand jury declines to indict Ohio officer who fatally shot man
Former Ohio Sen. Harry Meshel talks about his life, politics, Aug. 19
Former Ohio Sen. Harry Meshel talks about his life, politics, Aug. 19
Toyota, Mazda plan $1.6 billion US plant, to partner in EVs
Toyota, Mazda plan $1.6 billion US plant, to partner in EVs
Flynn files new financial form reporting ties to data firm
Flynn files new financial form reporting ties to data firm
Severe weather fells trees, power lines in Girard, Liberty Township
The winds ripped off a portion of an awning at Our Town Motor Sales, a used car dealership at South State Street in Girard.
US court upends murder conviction of Blackwater contractor
US court upends murder conviction of Blackwater contractor
Boil alert issued by Youngstown for areas in and near Austintown
Boil alert issued by Youngstown for areas in and near Austintown
Girl: Pa. amusement park sex suspect exposed self in ride line
Girl: Pa. amusement park sex suspect exposed self in ride line
UN report details Congo carnage, warns of 'ethnic cleansing'
UN report details Congo carnage, warns of 'ethnic cleansing'
Another strong month of hiring sends stock indexes higher
Another strong month of hiring sends stock indexes higher
Fire put out at 87-story residential skyscraper in Dubai
Fire put out at 87-story residential skyscraper in Dubai
Lawsuit over Pennsylvania municipal building mass shooting is tossed
Lawsuit over Pennsylvania municipal building mass shooting is tossed
Ohio grand jury declines to indict officer who killed Emirati man
Ohio grand jury declines to indict officer who killed Emirati man
AG Sessions vows crackdown on leaks of classified information
AG Sessions vows crackdown on leaks of classified information
Interim chancellor named for Pennsylvania university system
Interim chancellor named for Pennsylvania university system
Police: Pa. man who crashed stolen car was shot in face
Police: Pa. man who crashed stolen car was shot in face
Sea dispute, N. Korea, Muslim militants top ASEAN meetings
Sea dispute, N. Korea, Muslim militants top ASEAN meetings
Warren street closed today for neighborhood block party
Warren street closed today for neighborhood block party
Employer-based health coverage likely to stay awhile
Employer-based health coverage likely to stay awhile
Ohio man sent to prison for slaying over parking space
Ohio man sent to prison for slaying over parking space
Cannabis company plans to turn desert town into pot paradise
Cannabis company plans to turn desert town into pot paradise
Weller Gallery hosts Doug McLarty exhibit
Weller Gallery hosts Doug McLarty exhibit youngstown The Weller Gallery in the Davis Visitor
CLUB CALENDAR
associations Tri-Gold Prime Time Chapter of ABWA will meet at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at A La Cart
2 Ohio adults charged after children found in U-Haul truck
2 Ohio adults charged after children found in U-Haul truck
US gains 209K jobs, unemployment rate falls to 4.3 pct.
US gains 209K jobs, unemployment rate falls to 4.3 pct.
Diving canines add action to dog show
For the third year, North America Diving Dogs set up a diving pool for pooches at the 26th annual Steel Valley Cluster at Canfield Fairgrounds. They are running the pool daily.
Pelini: ‘Humble’ Richmond wants to put past behind him
The YSU coach said he did his own investigation of Ma’lik Richmond’s past.
SPORTS DIGEST || Lucas, Benson power Scrappers in 10th
Simeon Lucas hit an RBI single in the top of the 10th inning and Will BEnson cracked a two-run homer to lead the Scrappers to a 15-7 win over the Auburn Doubledays.
No-name Cowboys defeat no-name ’Skins in Canton
With no stars and few starters on the field Thursday night, the Dallas Cowboys edged the Arizona Cardinals 20-18 in the Hall of Fame game.
Former aide receives jail time for sex acts with student
Christina Resek pleaded guilty to gross sexual imposition for performing sex acts with the 17-year-old student.
‘Dark Tower’ wasn’t carefully constructed
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer Ah, August. It’s that time of year when you can head to your local
‘Detroit’ is brutally violent but offers no illumination Horror without perspective
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer There is no nice or pretty way to tell a story about the systemic
Youngstown man gets 3 years for friend’s overdose death
Scott Bowden provided his friend with fentanyl-laced heroin in his latest on a long list of run-ins with the law.
Poland man pleads guilty in crash that killed friend
Prosecutors asked for a three-year prison sentence with the opportunity for early release after one year.
Prostitution sting yields another arrest
A Salem man answered a sex ad posted by Austintown police on Wednesday.
Business owners, executives network at DOYO
Youngstown State University’s Williamson College of Business was full on Thursday during DOYO Live, a digital marketing and interactive design conference.
Poland Community Briefs
Local park to host car show Boardman Park will be the location of a car show, hosted by the
Surplus clothing
Surplus clothing East Side Crime Watch, 1001 Oak St., corner of Fruit St., Youngstown, food and
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday Brookfield Township trustees, 10 a.m., special meeting, administration building,
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Greater Youngstown Italian Festival, 4-11 p.m.: Music by the
Republican hopefuls for governor beating Democrats in money race
Opinion: Looking at recent campaign finance reports, the Republican candidates for governor are raising
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Dominion drop YOUNGSTOWN Dominion Energy Ohio’s Standard Choice Offer for this month is 3.2
Bucs’ Kuhl keeps Reds from sweep
Chad Kuhl (4-7) walked two, struck out six and didn’t allow a runner past second base.
Grand jury: Driver was texting when she killed 2 teens
Grand jury: Driver was texting when she killed 2 teens AKRON An Ohio woman has been indicted on
Police find 3 guns at 2 homes in city
Police find 3 guns at 2 homes in city YOUNGSTOWN Police serving search warrants Wednesday
Around the Horn
Around the Horn Thursday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 9, White Sox 5 BOSTON
METRO DIGEST || Trgovich fraud sentencing
Fraud sentencing BOARDMAN A Boardman woman, Andrea Trgovich, 50, was sentenced Thursday in U.S.
Browns rookie Njoku suffers growing pains
The Browns have very high expectations for tight end David Njoku.
Jill Renda and Jake DiEugenio are engaged
Austintown John and Patty Renda of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Canfield Community Briefs
Traveling petting zoo on Aug. 5 Experience the Traveling Petting Zoo on Aug. 5 from 9 a.m. until
Boardman Community Briefs
Car show at the park Boardman Park will be the location of a car show, hosted by the Mahoning
Austintown Community Briefs
Local park to host car show Boardman Park will be the location of a car show, hosted by the
God’s Quad concert
God’s Quad concert POLAND Bethel Friends Church, 2771 Spitler Road, will host a concert
Ford works with agencies after fumes sicken officers
Associated Press MONTPELIER, VT. A growing number of police departments across the country are
Bill Rudge Ministries celebrates 40 years
Staff report HERMITAGE, PA. Bill Rudge Ministries, 280 N. Buhl Farm Drive, celebrates 40 years
Pope’s Sistine Chapel choir launches US tour
Associated Press VATICAN CITY The Vatican’s Sistine Chapel Choir is embarking on its first U.S.
Trump-supported immigration legislation prompts outcry
Associated Press NEW YORK Yaritza Mendez is an American citizen thanks to an immigration system
Source: Mueller convenes grand jury in DC
No information to suggest president is under investigation Associated Press WASHINGTON
Belgium’s Thomas Pieters takes 1-shot lead at Bridgestone Invitational
Pieters holed a 30-foot birdie putt on his final hole.
4 hurt on ride at Ohio State Fair remain hospitalized
Associated Press COLUMBUS Four people injured last week when a thrill ride fell apart at the
Girlfriend whose texts urged suicide gets jail time
Associated Press TAUNTON, Mass. A young woman who as a teenager encouraged her suicidal
Sessions cracks down
Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. Attorney General Jeff Sessions took new steps Thursday to
MARKET Small companies suffer the biggest slip in stocks
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stocks are slipping Thursday as technology and energy companies
Congress recessing, leaving much undone
Associated Press WASHINGTON Lawmakers scattered for their summer recess Thursday, leaving behind
Chase leads Boardman police to find 19.1 grams of crack cocaine
Man leads Boardman police officer on vehicle and foot chase
NFL roundup
kaepernick Goodell claims no blackballing ENGLEWOOD, COLO. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell
SANDLOT ROUNDUP | Recent scores
LITTLE LEAGUE JUNIOR LEAGUE SOFTBALL WORLD SERIES Poland 6, Southwest 0 KIRKLAND, WASH.
Tillerson unveils strategy for avoiding Korean war
Editorial: In the last several days, the menacing game of chicken between North Korea and the United States
TV/RADIO
TV/RADIO SFlbTODAY 6 a.m. (GC) Women’s golf: British Open. 1 p.m. (NHLN) Hockey: Canada vs.
July 9
July 9 Warrant: Police arrested Jawaylan Tarail Patterson-Daniells, 24, of Youngstown-Canfield
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1237.10-0.18 Aqua America, .71
Kelly to the rescue?
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service It has recently seemed to be going crazy, this White House
Miss Dougher, Mr. Kachmar to wed in September
Warren Stephen and Cynthia Horkey of Warren announce the engagement of their daughter, Christina
Canfield Sports Briefs
Reserve seats on sale Canfield football season reserved seat ticket packages are now on sale for
Pop artist brings creativity to libraries
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Guests at the Austintown library got creative
Children learn lessons about agriculture through story
Fellows Riverside Gardens hosted its monthly Sprout Club program on July 20.
Tina Cascarelli, Matthew Azam are engaged
POLAND Ralph (Sonny) and Linda Cascarelli, Poland, are announcing the engagement of their
Mary Yuhas and Brandon Huff to marry Aug. 5
ENON VALLEY, PA. Christina Beaver of Boardman, and Lana Huff of East Palestine and Daniel Huff of
Whiteds mark golden wedding anniversary
Austintown Robert and Joyce Whited celebrated their 50th anniversary May 27 at the Bistro
Camp FRIEND offers fun for special needs families
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Autism Society of Mahoning Valley hosted a
Car Club touts hidden treasures of the Mahoning Valley
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Around 30 Model A cars received plenty of looks
Children learn language from native speaker
Children sat in their seats, eager to learn another language, at the Poland library thanks to a Youngstown State University student.
Austintown Sports Briefs
Neighbors Blitz to feature middle school football and younger Football season is on the horizon
Piccolo palooza attempts to break world record
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Hundreds of guests brought blankets and lawn
Boardman Sports Briefs
Neighbors Blitz to feature middle school football and younger Football season is on the horizon
Actors bring theater to the library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theater brought
Fourth of July Till Open starts with a bang
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The sixth annual Fourth of July Till Open Golf Scramble took
Health care center provides cool stations for community
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Commons at Greenbriar has opened their
Camp FRIEND presents opportunity for fun for special needs families
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Autism Society of Mahoning Valley hosted a
Bike camp provides lessons for those with disabilities
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Down Syndrome Association of the Valley
Lauren Zetts | Thomas Fletcher
Pittsburgh Lauren Zetts and Thomas Fletcher were joined in marriage Aug. 27, 2016, at the Soldiers
Seniors dance a Hawaiian luau at the park
Hawaii was brought to Boardman Park on July 20 and 27 for senior citizens.
Actors bring theater to the library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Youngstown Playhouse Youth Theater brought
Shops at Boardman Park celebrate anniversary
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Shops at Boardman Park are celebrating their
Shops at Boardman Park celebrate 25th anniversary
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Shops at Boardman Park are celebrating their
Shops at Boardman Park celebrate 25 years
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Shops at Boardman Park are celebrating their
CHS choirs present spring concert
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield High School Choral Department had its annual
Canfield speech and debate team boasts best performance at national tournament
The Canfield speech and debate team attended the 2017 National Speech and Debate Association (NSDA)
African penguin brings education to library
A feathery guest came to visit guests at the Canfield library on July 21.
Guests enjoy local entertainment at Boardman Park
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Guests set up their seats as The Wrangler Band
Families experience Arabian Night tales
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Eight high school students visited five libraries
CHS soccer players train youth at camp
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The Canfield High School Soccer Boosters had its annual
Poland Sports Briefs
Try out for Poland Pride fastpitch The Poland Pride fastpitch softball will be hosting tryouts for
Kindergartner Brynna Jones donates to Angels for Animals
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Once kindergarten student Brynna Jones decided she wanted
Camp FRIEND provides fun for special needs families
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Autism Society of Mahoning Valley hosted a
Camp FRIEND gives chance for fun for special needs families
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com The Autism Society of Mahoning Valley hosted a
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Wick Avenue improvement work ahead of schedule
The Wick Avenue improvement project that has caused headaches along one of the city’s main corridors for the past 10-plus months should be finished by mid-September, a few weeks ahead of schedule.
Scott Bowden gets 3 years in overdose death of friend
A Youngstown man will serve three years in prison for providing his friend of 15 years with the fentanyl-laced heroin on which he fatally overdosed.
Business owners value today's DOYO Live for ways to help bottom line
Carmella Williams attended DOYO Live for the second year in a row to learn new ways to market her business and to network.
Trumbull commissioners ready to implement budget recommendations
Trumbull County commissioners told their budget review committee Thursday they are moving ahead with some of the panel’s 19 recommendations to shore up the county’s budget.
Looking for some fun with your dog? Try dock-diving this weekend
Where conformation shows measure the physical characteristics, walk and attitude from the standards of a dog’s breed, dock diving instead measures how far a dog can jump into a pool of water.
Salem man charged in ongoing sex crime investigations
Police nabbed another person this week in a prostitution sting, a part of ongoing investigations into area sex crimes.
Ex-educational aide gets 30 days for sex acts with student
A former educational aide will serve 30 days in jail for performing sexual acts with a student.
Trump lawyer: No reason to think Trump's under investigation
Trump lawyer: No reason to think Trump's under investigation
Mahoning County Grand Jury indicts 28
Mahoning County Grand Jury indicted 28 people Thursday including Dahonto Baker, 23, and Barraya Hickson, 23, for the June 23 murder of Rae'venna Faircloth-Thomas, who was found with several gunshot wounds in the front seat of an SUV on Oneta Street. Baker is also charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm. The grand jury also indicted Kali Desimone, 21, Kriedler Lane, Poland, on aggravated possession of drugs when Austintown police found methamphetamine in her purse. Police said they pulled over the vehicle Desimone was in after observing nervous behavior and the smell of marijuana from the passengers.
West Virginia governor, a Democrat, to switch to Republican
West Virginia governor, a Democrat, to switch to Republican
UPDATE | Woman who sent texts urging suicide gets 15 months in jail
Woman who sent texts urging suicide gets 15 months in jail
US Sen. Sherrod Brown proposes bill to allow buy in to Medicare
US Sen. Sherrod Brown proposes bill to allow buy in to Medicare
Liberty officials plan to repave Oriole-Roberts Roads
Liberty officials plan to repave Oriole-Roberts Roads
Incumbent Austintown trustees will file for re-election Friday
Incumbent Austintown trustees will file for re-election Friday
Poland man pleads guilty to vehicular homicide charge
Poland man pleads guilty to vehicular homicide charge
2 tons of seized ivory crushed to protest illegal trade
2 tons of seized ivory crushed to protest illegal trade
Trump talked tersely with leaders of Mexico, Australia
Trump talked tersely with leaders of Mexico, Australia
Studies give different opinions on impact of GOP convention in Cleveland
Studies give different opinions on impact of GOP convention
UPDATE | Officials clear scene after accident at 224, Market Street
Township and highway patrol responders have cleared the scene of a two-vehicle crash at U.S. Route 224 and Market Street.
Warren police spare us the details in shooting case
Warren police spare us the details in shooting case
Warren man faces charges after threatening mother, brother
Warren man faces charges after threatening mother, brother
Grand jury: Ohio woman driver was texting when she killed 2 teen girls
Grand jury: Ohio woman driver was texting when she killed 2 teen girls
Top Dem seeks documents from Flynn business partner
Top Dem seeks documents from Flynn business partner
Scientists ID tiny prehistoric sea worm with 50 head spines
Scientists ID tiny prehistoric sea worm with 50 head spines
Trump announces new ways to help veterans get medical care
Trump announces new ways to help veterans get medical care
Youngstown police investigating man's overdose on South Side
Youngstown police investigating man's overdose on South Side
Couple faces charges after suspected price changing at Walmart
Couple faces charges after suspected price changing at Walmart
US Marshals arrest man on warrant for robbery at Boardman grocery store
US Marshals arrest man on warrant for robbery at Boardman grocery store
Police arrest woman who overdosed in vacant Boardman apartment
Police arrest woman who overdosed in vacant Boardman apartment
Ohio police: Baby delivered safely after pregnant teen shot
Ohio police: Baby delivered safely after pregnant teen shot
Former aide gets jail time, probation for performing sex acts on student
Former aide gets probation for performing sex acts on student
It's nearly done: Wick Avenue project ahead of schedule
It's nearly done: Wick Avenue project ahead of schedule
Youngstown man credited with time served in assault case
Youngstown man credited with time served in assault case
Pa. woman sentenced to 32 years for granddaughter’s death
Pa. woman sentenced to 32 years for granddaughter’s death
Youngstown police find three guns after drug raids
Youngstown police find three guns after drug raids
YSU coach Bo Pelini explains decision on former Steubenville player
YSU coach Bo Pelini said bringing Ma'lik RIchmond on as a walk-on was his decision.
Pennsylvania man jailed on road rage, ethnic slur charges
Pennsylvania man jailed on road rage, ethnic slur charges
Police: Child, 4 others hurt in Ohio Amish buggy crash
Police: Child, 4 others hurt in Ohio Amish buggy crash
Kidd Creole awaits arraignment in NYC on murder charge
Kidd Creole awaits arraignment in NYC on murder charge
Union, feds at odds on countering surge in coal mine deaths
Union, feds at odds on countering surge in coal mine deaths
UPS offers bonuses of up to $125 per week to hires in Columbus, Toledo
UPS Offers Bonuses of Up to $125 Per Week to Hires in Columbus, Toledo
Ohio man’s death being investigated as possible lightning strike
Ohio man’s death being investigated as possible lightning strike
Ohio man spit on Florida police officers on way to jail
Ohio man spit on Florida police officers on way to jail
4 hurt on ride at Ohio State Fair remain hospitalized
4 hurt on ride at Ohio State Fair remain hospitalized
YSU faculty look to strike if negotiations turn sour on new contract
Faculty members have voiced concerns about shared governance with the university’s leadership team, accreditations for certain programs, institutional decisions made without faculty opinions being taken into consideration, low wages, a disproportionate practice increasing athletic spending and decreasing academic spending and low morale.
Steubenville's Richmond gets an opportunity at YSU
A teen involved in one of Ohio high school football’s biggest scandals will be a member of Youngstown State’s football team this fall.
DOYO Live conference sells out again
For two years in a row, the DOYO Live digital marketing and interactive design conference has sold out.
Vindicated: Man among 15 drug court grads with new life chances
The graduates heard from former football star Maurice Clarett,who is now a motivational speaker after his own dark time that landed him in prison.
Notre Dame coaching legend Parseghian dies at 94
Ara Parseghian reached the pinnacle of his profession at Notre Dame.
Canfield cops raid recovers marijuana, evidence of making THC
The residence and the Malvasi family have made news before.
East High to return to Golden Bear mascot, team name
CEO Mohip’s proclamation was met with cheers and a standing ovation by the gathered Golden Bear loyalists.
Indians’ reliever Miller, starter Tomlin out with injuries
Andrew Miller was put on the DL on Wednesday with right knee tendinitis.
Greater Youngstown Italian Festival
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Greater Youngstown Italian Festival will
Baez, Meregildo lead the way for Auburn
Jeyner Baez doubled twice and singled, driving home two runs as the Auburn Doubledays topped the Mahoning Valley Scrappers 9-6 on Wednesday night.
MV Olde Car Club’s weekly classic cruise gives back to community
Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club has maintained a dedicated crowd of cars and attendees at their weekly car cruise at Austintown Senior Center.
Sections of two of downtown’s busiest streets will be closed starting Monday
The resurfacing work will be done about Aug. 26
Ryan fired employee in February when informed of probe
A woman who formerly worked for U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan of Howland, D-13th, as a shared employee with other Congressional offices is under investigation for possible violations of the House of Representatives’ information technology, acquisition and personnel rules.
Covelli Centre has $84,267 Q2 operating loss
Center officials had expected to lose more than three times that amount.
PUCO OKs surcharges for Youngstown Thermal customers
Youngstown Thermal customers will soon have higher bills to keep their energy source alive
It's best paws forward at dog show in Canfield
Three Irish setters – sisters Sedona, Paige and Annie – will compete in AKC and North America Diving Dogs events this week at the show. They were bred and trained by Skip and Debbie Lawrence.
Canfield ABWA will meet Wednesday
Canfield ABWA will meet Wednesday CANFIELD Tri-Gold Prime Time Chapter of ABWA will meet at 5:30
Pizzelles? No – anise hyssop
Q. What is this plant? It has beautiful, purple blooms and the pollinators love it! Don from
Managing pastures serves multiple needs
By Stephanie Hughes OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer Whether you call them fields, pastures or
NIGHTLIFE
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Sat: Randy Velez, 9 p.m. Avon Oaks Ballroom,
Tree covered in light green/grey fungus?
Tree covered in light green/grey fungus? These are just lichen and are harmless to the tree.
Furnace-like heat
Associated Press PORTLAND, Ore. Forecasts for triple-digit heat have caused a minor panic
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Michail Marthas and Maria Diamandis, Campbell, girl, Aug.
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard:
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Crestview school board, 6 a.m., special meeting, CHS conference room, 44100
Sprinkle, puree, saute, bouquet your way to better flavors COOK WITH HERBS
By Pam Baytos OSU Ext. master gardener volunteer CANFIELD By adding herbs to your garden you
Sunset - Full Moon Hike
Sunset - Full Moon Hike When: Monday, 8-9:30pm What: A summer sunset with a full moon rising
Woman’s body found in pond
Woman’s body found in pond LIBERTY Police found a woman’s body in a pond Wednesday morning after
WTG
Today Fairs, Festivals Columbiana County Fair, 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., Columbiana County Fairgrounds,
“The Guest Book” (10 p.m., TBS): You won’t look at vacations the same way after
“The Guest Book” (10 p.m., TBS): You won’t look at vacations the same way after watching “The Guest
SAn diego chargers
SAn diego chargers Rookie OL Lamp tears knee ligament COSTA MESA, Calif. Los Angeles Chargers
Diminished trust in government can be traced to Vietnam bungles; new book offers meticulous history
Opinion: One day [Marine Theodore Wallace] saw an officer casually aim his rifle and try to shoot a
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 3
Today is Thursday, Aug. 3, the 215th day of 2017. There are 150 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK The Dark Tower (PG-13) Based on Stephen King’s series of novels about a young boy
Sessions: US prosecutors will help addiction-ravaged cities
Associated Press COLUMBUs The Justice Department will dispatch 12 federal prosecutors to cities
Ribbon cutting
Ribbon cutting BOARDMAN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a ribbon-cutting
Buzzing? Got a swarm?
Buzzing? Got a swarm? The local beekeepers have a page that helps you determine if the bees are
Salem theater offers ‘9 to 5’
Staff report SALEM Salem Community Theater will present “9 to 5, The Musical,” the stage
Seniors snap up national park passes
Associated Press BOISE, Idaho Seniors are snapping up so many lifetime passes good for U.S.
Embryo gene-repair holds promise for inherited disease
Embryo gene-repair holds promise for inherited disease WASHINGTON Altering human heredity? In a
Pymatuning Lake Fest to mark its 35th year
Staff report ANDOVER Pymatuning Lake Fest, one of the biggest and longest-running festivals in
Apple drives Dow above 22,000, even as other stocks struggle
Associated Press NEW YORK Being the world’s most valuable public company has its privileges,
METRO DIGEST || Saved by 3 doses of Narcan
Saved by Narcan YOUNGSTOWN Quick response by city police to a 911 call at about 8:30 p.m.
Hundreds show up for jobs at Amazon warehouses
Associated Press FALL RIVER, Mass. Hundreds of people showed up Wednesday for a chance to pack
Oakland Center to present ‘Willy Wonka’
Staff reporter BOARDMAN The Oakland Center for the Arts Kids First Theater Initiative will
McIlroy’s best friend to be his caddie
Rory McIlroy says he got rid of a caddie so that he could keep a friend.
Trump backs GOP plan to push immigration changes
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump embraced legislation Wednesday that would
Report: DOJ aims at college affirmative-action programs
Associated Press WASHINGTON Civil-rights groups Wednesday accused the Trump administration of
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
DeWine announces $2.7 million in drug education grants
Mahoning Valley law enforcement agencies to get funding for drug education
Trump plays parent card
Opinion: WASHINGTON “The president weighed in just as any father would, based on the limited information
Workplace accident death rate higher for older workers
Associated Press Older people are dying on the job at a higher rate than workers overall, even as
Youngstown man nabbed in underage sex sting
When Gerald Cole was arrested, he was reportedly found with condoms, cash and a couple bags of gummy worms
Public records request complaint against Youngstown City Schools
A Youngstown Board of Education member is compelling the district to comply with his public records request through a complaint through the Supreme Court of Ohio
Wide receiver depth makes Ben chatty
Pittsburgh offense has diverse choices as players vie for roles behind Brown
Winker, Duvall go deep as Reds beat Pirates
Rookie Jesse Winker homered for the second straight game.
Yes on Issue 2 campaign files elections commission complaint against opponent
Ohio Elections Commission complaint demands that campaign disclose financial donors
Trump signs ‘seriously flawed’ Russia bill
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed what he called a
Kasich is obvious choice to lead health-care effort
Editorial: It has long been an article of faith for Republicans – especially when Democrats have controlled
Billionaire donors up to no good
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Charles and David Koch – the billionaire oil men who’ve financed a
Wednesday, August 2 (114 stories)
Must love dogs this weekend at Canfield Fairgrounds
All the fairgrounds are a stage this week as dogs and their handlers from across the country gather in the Valley for four days of competition.
Charlton gets $100,000 bond for third arrest since April
Despite being 18 and having no job, no car and no property, LeQuan Charlton was able to give a combined $3,800 in two separate cases since April to a bondsman to get out of jail.
DOYO Live opens Thursday morning at YSU
For the second year in a row, DOYO Live, Youngstown’s digital marketing and interactive design conference, is sold out.
Parts of Federal, Market streets downtown to close for 3 weeks
Sections of two of downtown’s busiest streets will be closed to vehicular traffic from Monday to about Aug. 26 for resurfacing work.
Hail the Golden Bears' return, with a day of their own, at East
Krish Mohip, city schools CEO, announced Wednesday that East High will be represented by the Golden Bear, replacing the current Panther mascot and team name. He also signed a resolution naming Aug. 2 “Golden Bears Day.”
Malvasi home searched, drug evidence seized
City police said they recovered evidence of marijuana trafficking while searching a home Wednesday on Timber Run Driv.
MV Olde Car Club shows more than just classic cars
A lasting legacy among Mahoning Valley residents is the classic cars they maintain decades after they’re manufactured.
2017 'dead zone,' largely caused by humans, biggest ever measured
There's an unwanted record in the Gulf of Mexico: This year's "dead zone ," a largely human-caused phenomenon where there's too little oxygen to support marine life, is the biggest ever measured.
Trumbull Partnership gains support from Chemical Bank
Trumbull Partnership gains support from Chemical Bank
Congress OKs big boost in GI Bill college aid for veterans
Congress OKs big boost in GI Bill college aid for veterans
Northwestern professor, Oxford employee sought in slaying
Northwestern professor, Oxford employee sought in slaying
Yes on Issue 2 campaign files elections commission complaint against opponent
Yes on Issue 2 campaign files elections commission complaint against opponent
US plans trade probe over China's demands for tech transfers
US plans trade probe over China's demands for tech transfers
Possible ride-share driver sought after Pa. abduction-robbery
Possible ride-share driver sought after Pa. abduction-robbery
DA: Pa. police justified in shooting armed 79-year-old man
DA: Pa. police justified in shooting armed 79-year-old man
Ohio man who threatened military members gets 20 years prison
Ohio man who threatened military members gets 20 years prison
UPDATE | PUCO OKs emergency charges for Youngstown Thermal customers
PUCO approves emergency surcharges for Youngstown Thermal customers
First safe repair of disease-causing gene in human embryos
First safe repair of disease-causing gene in human embryos
Bond set at $90K for Tracey Shuler charged in video beating of man
Bond set at $90K for Tracey Shuler charged in beating of man at South Side parking lot
Canfield police serving search warrant on Timber Run Drive
Canfield police serving search warrant on Timber Run Drive
Philadelphia Phillies scrap plans to honor Pete Rose
Philadelphia Phillies scrap plans to honor Pete Rose
Ohio man charged in 2 fires that killed 9 pleads not guilty
Ohio man charged in 2 fires that killed 9 pleads not guilty
James Comey has book deal, publication set for next spring
James Comey has book deal, publication set for next spring
Former Pa. teacher re-sentenced for sexual abuse of student
Former Pa. teacher re-sentenced for sexual abuse of student
Board member Hunter goes to state high court for Youngstown school district records
Board member Hunter goes to state high court for Youngstown school district records
Pennsylvania liquor stores to increase prices on 422 items
Pennsylvania liquor stores to increase prices on 422 items
Shop worker stuck with needle while working on car
Shop worker stuck with needle while working on car
State Rep. John Boccieri to meet with public next Wednesday in Ellsworth Twp.
State Rep. John Boccieri to meet with public next Wednesday in Ellsworth Twp.
Dying woman in Virginia granted final wish of Ohio milkshake
Dying woman in Virginia granted final wish of Ohio milkshake
Trump signs 'seriously flawed' Russia sanctions bill
Trump signs 'seriously flawed' Russia sanctions bill
Lordstown Village Council committee meets Thursday afternoon
Lordstown Village Council committee meets Thursday afternoon
Hundreds show up for jobs at Amazon warehouses in US cities
Hundreds show up for jobs at Amazon warehouses in US cities
Vacant council seat on Lordstown council is topic of Thursday work session
Vacant council seat on Lordstown council is topic of Thursday work session
Busy downtown streets to close Monday for road work
Busy downtown streets to close Monday for road work
Biological parents of dismembered Pa. teen seek estate access
Biological parents of dismembered Pa. teen seek estate access
DeWine announces $2.7 million in grant funding for drug education
DeWine announces $2.7 million in grant funding for drug education
Chief defends Pa. officer’s shooting of 100-pound pet pig
Chief defends Pa. officer’s shooting of 100-pound pet pig
McDonald school board has special meeting Friday morning
McDonald school board has special meeting Friday morning
CEO: Venezuela election turnout results off 1 million
CEO: Venezuela election turnout results off 1 million
German hiker missing since 1987 found in Swiss glacier
German hiker missing since 1987 found in Swiss glacier
Annexation issue is topic of special Newton Falls trustee meeting Thursday
Annexation issue is topic of special Newton Falls trustee meeting Thursday
Survey: US companies added a solid 178,000 jobs in July
Survey: US companies added a solid 178,000 jobs in July
Taliban suicide bomber strikes NATO convoy in Afghanistan
Taliban suicide bomber strikes NATO convoy in Afghanistan
Police: Woman found in Liberty pond victim of mowing accident
Police: Woman found in Liberty pond victim of mowing accident
Stock market begins day about 22K points for first time
Stock market begins day about 22K points for first time
AP: Juvenile life ruling affects some with parole option
AP: Juvenile life ruling affects some with parole option
Older people dying on job at higher rate than all workers
Older people dying on job at higher rate than all workers
Teen jumps out of plane emergency door at San Francisco
Teen jumps out of plane emergency door at San Francisco
Ohio consumers to get back-to-school tax break on some items
Ohio consumers to get back-to-school tax break on some items
Ohio mortuary shut down after inspection finds mold, maggots
Ohio mortuary shut down after inspection finds mold, maggots
Ara Parseghian, won 2 titles at Notre Dame, has died at 94
Ara Parseghian, won 2 titles at Notre Dame, has died at 94
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Central Christian Church, 2051 E. Market St., Warren, will host its annual strawberry
Chaney classes of ’46 breakfast is canceled
Chaney classes of ’46 breakfast is canceled youngstown Chaney High School January and June
Small manufacturing in post-industrial cities topic of roundtable tonight
A roundtable discussion about the future of small manufacturing in so-called post-industrial cities will take place at 6 p.m. today at Oak Hill Makerspace.
Indians’ third blown lead comes on walk-off homer
Christian Vazquez hit a three-run homer with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning.
Mayor, police explore options to close troubled gas station
Man was knocked out at same place last week
Reds rout Pirates, struggling Taillon
Billy Hamilton went 2 for 4 with a triple and a three-run homer.
Golden Gloves champs meet for bout
Reigning Cleveland Golden Gloves champion Johnny Ford will meet Ofascio Falcon, the New York City-Metro Golden Gloves champion
Cruze sales down in July
While the Chevrolet Cruze saw a drop in sales in July, its competitor the Honda Civic saw an increase.
Declare opioid crisis national emergency, commission tells president
The White House report outlines steps to help mitigate the overdose epidemic.
SPORTS DIGEST || Poland softball wins in Junior World Series
Poland pulled out an exciting extra innings win Tuesday in the Junior League World Series, beating host Kirkland, 4-3, in eight innings.
Paolucci eyes top prize in W. Va. Derby
Ron Paolucci recognizes how fortunate he was to win West Virginia’s most lucrative horse race
Mother-daughter pair talks to Youngstown summer campers about dangers of drugs
At 13 months old, Skyann Cvetkovich was placed in foster care after her mother was arrested on drug-related charges. She was able to return home at age 5 after her mother got clean.
Working out together can pump up a relationship Celebrity swolemates
By KELLI KENNEDY Associated Press FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. It’s hot and sticky outside, all your
New indictment against ex-Niles mayor includes former city auditor
A Trumbull County grand jury indicted a former longtime auditor for the city of Niles in the theft in office and bribery case against ex-Mayor Ralph Infante.
Snopes is safe, at least for now
This was supposed to be a day of celebration for the creators of fake news. Snopes, the world-
MCCTC resource officer has important role
Dustin Cover said he wasn’t expecting to spend any more time in school, but the patrol officer for Canfield Police Department has become a valuable asset to students and faculty alike at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center.
Downtown Youngstown bus-shelter sculpture finally has new home
After a number of false starts over the past six months, a downtown bus-shelter sculpture has finally found a new home – in front of International Towers.
Judge selects veteran businessman to operate downtown utility company
Judge R. Scott Krichbaum of Mahoning County Common Pleas Court has appointed a court-appointed receiver company to take over Youngstown Thermal, a downtown utility company in financial woe.
Youngstown-built tech trailer headed to naval base
Nick Mazurek, head of engineering, design and development at Youngstown Business Incubator portfolio company AST2, is flanked by a pair of 3-D printers installed in the Transportable Digital Fabrication Lab mobile manufacturing unit. The 'FabLab' will be driven to a U.S. military base in New Orleans on Thursday.
The top five albums on the iTunes music charts for the most recent weekly sales period:
The top five albums on the iTunes music charts for the most recent weekly sales period: v “Lust
Permanent fix for Social Security
Opinion: It is no secret that what the major media seem to care most about is radically different from what
Best beer for dog days
The dog days of summer are here. For the Mahoning Valley Flight Crew, it’s a perfect time to enjoy a variety of delicious craft beers.
GOP shows signs of reaching out on health care
GOP shows signs of reaching out on health care WASHINGTON Republicans showed signs Tuesday of
Take pride in and respect public art in Youngstown
Editorial: The value of public art in a community stretches far beyond the contours of what initially meets
YEARS AGO FOR AUGUST 2
Today is Wednesday, Aug. 2, the 214th day of 2017. There are 151 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Time is running out with N. Korea
Opinion: By Ramesh Ponnuru Bloomberg View “Colorful language.” That’s how the new White House
We need to strive for each other
Opinion: By Gina Barreca The Hartford Courant Is there enough to go around? Do you feel as if you need to
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Pandora store to open at Eastwood Niles A Pandora store is on its way to Eastwood Mall. By
Lawsuit: Fox coordinated with White House on false story
Associated Press NEW YORK A lawsuit filed Tuesday lays out an explosive tale of Trump allies,
Consumer spending weak in June
Associated Press WASHINGTON Consumer spending slowed in June as income growth turned in the
With baby steps, Senate GOP abandoning the president
Associated Press WASHINGTON There wasn’t a dramatic public break or an exact moment it
Andrew Malcolm: Time’s running out: Trump’s terrible choices on North Korea
Opinion: Andrew Malcolm: Time’s running out: Trump’s terrible choices on North Korea (PHOTO) By Andrew
Dow industrials closer to 22,000
Associated Press NEW YORK Banks and technology companies took U.S. stocks higher Tuesday, and
AROUND THE HORN | Tuesday’s other Major League Baseball games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Orioles 7, Royals 2 BALTIMORE Dylan Bundy allowed three hits over a career-
Stocks are at records, but it’s no longer the ‘Trump trade’
Associated Press NEW YORK The stock market has never been higher, and President Donald Trump
Points leader Truez on pace for championship
Martin Truex Jr. believes being far away from NASCAR’s hub has helped him during the most successful stretch of his career, a run he hopes ends with a championship this season
N. Korea’s ways to get what it wants, needs
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea North Korea has been condemned and sanctioned for its
Crisis escalates in Venezuela
Associated Press CARACAS, Venezuela Teams of heavily armed security agents seized two of
US factory activity grew more slowly in July
Associated Press WASHINGTON U.S. factories expanded again last month – a good sign for the
WEST VIRGINIA DERBY POST POSITIONS
WEST VIRGINIA DERBY POST POSITIONS Saturday at Mountaineer Casino, Racetrack & Resort Post
Jordan activists celebrate repeal of ‘rapist’ law
Associated Press AMMAN, Jordan The repeal of a Jordanian law that allowed a rapist to escape
Senate confirms Wray to lead FBI
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Senate overwhelmingly confirmed Christopher Wray to lead the
NFL roundup
New york jets Adams: ‘Dying’ on field was about passion FLORHAM park, N.J. Jamal Adams meant
Great egg brunch recipes
Basic Egg Frittata Recipe Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Yields: 2 servings 4
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Valley dog shows coming this weekend
CANFIELD Steel Valley Cluster will present four AKC all-breed dog shows at the Canfield
MetroParks plans biennial show of reptiles, amphibians
Mill Creek MetroParks brings their biannual Reptiles & Amphibians show back to Canfield
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Boyfriend, woman jailed after discovery of missing woman's body in Campbell freezer
Investigators confirmed a body found in a freezer over the weekend in Campbell is that of a woman missing since Christmas.
White House commission asks president to declare emergency for opioid crisis
A White House commission has asked President Donald J. Trump to declare the opioid crisis a national emergency.
Consumer perception contributes to dropping Cruze sales, analyst says
While the Chevrolet Cruze saw a drop in sales in July, its competitor the Honda Civic saw an increase.
Mayor looking to shut down site of Monday night fight
A video taken late Monday of a man police say was paid to knock out another man in a Market Street parking lot might mark the beginning of the end of a hangout city officials say attracts criminal activity and violence.
Youngstown FabLab heading to New Orleans naval base
A $150,000 trailer full of Youngstown-built technology will hit the road Thursday to begin a journey to the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base in New Orleans.
Court appoints Columbus-based company to take over Youngstown Thermal
A company has been appointed to take over Youngstown Thermal, a downtown utility company in financial woe.
Teen, mom share story of family addiction with youth Police Academy
At 13 months old, Skyann Cvetkovich was placed in foster care after her mother was arrested on drug-related charges.
Ex-Niles auditor indicted in case against former mayor Infante
A Trumbull County grand jury indicted a former longtime auditor for the city of Niles in connection with the theft in office and bribery case against ex-Mayor Ralph Infante.
Canfield officer valuable asset to MCCTC students
Dustin Cover said he wasn’t expecting to spend any more time in school, but the patrol officer for Canfield Police Department has become a valuable asset to students and faculty alike at the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center.
LeQuan Charlton arrested again on drug, weapons charges after escaping from hospital
Police arrested LeQuan Charlton, indicted by a grand jury in May and June on felony weapons and drug charges, after he was found in a car with a handgun and suspected drugs.
US Sherrod Brown bipartisan bill to improve veterans' appeals process passed by Senate
US Sherrod Brown bipartisan bill to improve veterans' appeals process passed by Senate
Senate confirms Christopher Wray, Trump’s choice for FBI
Senate confirms Christopher Wray, Trump’s choice for FBI
Officials confirm body in freezer was missing Youngstown woman
Officials confirm body in freezer was missing Youngstown woman
15 states appeal EPA delay of stricter air-quality standards
15 states appeal EPA delay of stricter air-quality standards
Court keeps Great Lakes wolves on endangered species list
Court keeps Great Lakes wolves on endangered species list
Man charged in hit-and-run death of jogger in Ohio
Man charged in hit-and-run death of jogger in Ohio
Jordan activists celebrate repeal of 'marry the rapist' law
Jordan activists celebrate repeal of 'marry the rapist' law
Judge Krichbaum appoints receiver for Youngstown Thermal
Judge Krichbaum appoints receiver for Youngstown Thermal
Woman who left child in desert to die gets 20-year sentence
Woman who left child in desert to die gets 20-year sentence
Saudi Arabia says there's no proof it backed 9/11 attacks
Saudi Arabia says there's no proof it backed 9/11 attacks
John Updike's Pennsylvania childhood home to become museum
John Updike's Pennsylvania childhood home to become museum
UPDATE | Kushner says Trump campaign too dysfunctional to collude
Kushner says Trump campaign was too dysfunctional to collude
Lawsuit: Fox coordinated with White House on false story
Lawsuit: Fox coordinated with White House on false story
California man pleads guilty to killing son after Disneyland
California man pleads guilty to killing son after Disneyland
Ohio ex-cop who killed unarmed black man seeks reinstatement
Ohio ex-cop who killed unarmed black man seeks reinstatement
Ohio will withhold more of e-school’s funding amid dispute
Ohio will withhold more of e-school’s funding amid dispute
UPDATE | Grand Jury releases new indictment of ex-Niles Mayor Infante
Grand Jury releases new indictment of ex-Niles Mayor Infante
Youngstown man faces theft charges after Walmart incident
Youngstown man faces theft charges after Walmart incident
Woman faces prostitution charges after Austintown sting
Woman faces prostitution charges after Austintown sting
Warren PD: Man did not wake after 10 doses of Narcan
Warren PD: Man did not wake after 10 doses of Narcan
Commission asks president to declare opioid crisis a national emergency
Commission report asks president to declare opioid crisis a national emergency
Man faces gun, drug charges again after found passed out in car
Man faces gun, drug charges again after found passed out in car
President Donald Trump says he won’t stay off social media
President Donald Trump says he won’t stay off social media
Tropical Depression Emily heads further offshore in Atlantic
Tropical Depression Emily heads further offshore in Atlantic
Senate Dems talk bipartisan on taxes — with conditions
Senate Dems talk bipartisan on taxes — with conditions
Court says 2 Venezuela opposition leaders back to prison
Court says 2 Venezuela opposition leaders back to prison
Stocks move higher, led by gains in tech companies and banks
Stocks move higher, led by gains in tech companies and banks
Man faces charges after fight caught on video
Tracey Shuler, 45, of West Warren Avenue, is in the Mahoning County jail on a charge of felonious assault and a warrant after he was arrested about 11:15 p.m. in the first block of East Auburndale Avenue.
Awards taken from museum where gold lunar module was stolen
Awards taken from museum where gold lunar module was stolen
US consumer spending and income growth both weak in June
US consumer spending and income growth both weak in June
REUNIONS
Austintown Fitch High School Class of 1960 will meet for its reunion luncheon and 75th birthday
New North Side housing facility to help the homeless
By GRAIG GRAZIOSI ggraziosi@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN A crowd of more than 100 people gathered
Automakers to report lower sales this July, analysts say
July auto sales are expected to be down by at least 6 percent
McMenamy’s owner pleads guilty to worker’s compensation fraud
Niles restaurant failed to pay $13,000 in worker’s compensation premiums over three years
Bond set at $1 million each for couple in freezer case
Coroner still trying to find cause of death and identify who was found
All YPD officers issued Narcan
A change in the police department's policy as to who carries the opioid-reversal drug Narcan benefited two people from Columbiana over the weekend.
Films exclude women and Hispanics, report says Diversity dilemma
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer LOS ANGELES In 2016 “Moonlight” won best picture and “Hidden
Outcry against HBO’s ‘Confederate’ prompts a response
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES A social media campaign to derail HBO’s planned
Jackson-Milton hires Brode as football coach
Canfield grad replaces only coach to lead Bluejays to playoffs
Johnson eyes big role as slot receiver
Third-year player has shown little fear in taking on major challenges
Committee faces school district's fiscal fears
Hunter: ‘I will continue to review our options and not lay down and take it’
white house Kelly shows his clout as Trump’s new chief of staff
Associated Press WASHINGTON Firmly taking charge in an unruly White House, former Gen. John
Trump’s a diminishing president, and that’s certainly a good thing
Opinion: WASHINGTON Looking, as prudent people are disinclined to do, on the bright side, there are a few
Two Ursuline Sisters will celebrate 50th anniversaries
Two Ursuline Sisters will celebrate 50th anniversaries
Sam Shepard, noted playwright and actor, is dead at age 73
Sam Shepard, noted playwright and actor, is dead at age 73 NEW YORK Sam Shepard, the Pulitzer
Racino kicks off Responsible Gaming Week
Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course kicked off “Responsible Gaming Education Week” on Monday.
Tropical Storm Emily: outages, rain, rescues
Associated Press ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. Tropical Storm Emily weakened to a tropical depression
HONOREE
HONOREE Residence: Youngstown Date of birth: Aug. 1, 1917, in Hubbard FAMILY Parents: Walter
Youngstown City Schools Citizens Coalition
The district is now accepting applications for the CEO’s Citizens Coalition
No big winner at Crickets Queen of Hearts, drawing continues
The last day of the raffle will be Aug. 14
Man’s death 22 years after shooting ruled a homicide
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The death of a Pittsburgh man more than two decades after he was
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Brookfield Township trustees, 1 p.m., meeting with Buckeye Energy; 3 p.m.,
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Customer reports YOUNGSTOWN Dominion Energy Ohio is getting customer reports of encounters with
Transgender soldier felt ‘fired’ by Trump’s tweet
Associated Press BERATZHAUSEN, Germany The subject line read: “Announcing a personal change.”
AP Analysis: Recall effort falling short
By TOM KRISHER AP Auto Writer DETROIT A government effort to speed up recalls of more than 21
Defiance that once benefited Arpaio leads to his downfall
Associated Press PHOENIX The political defiance that made Joe Arpaio popular as metro Phoenix’s
Warren man faces charge of beating woman
The woman was so severely beaten she had to be flown by helicopter to St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital
CORRECTION
CORRECTION A brief on the Business page, A10, of Saturday’s Vindicator had the incorrect spelling
US slaps Maduro with financial sanctions
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Trump administration slapped financial sanctions on Venezuelan
MAHONING COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Brandon J. Loveland, 25, of 45 N. Roanoke Ave.,
Water by base of Niagara Falls turns black
Associated Press The water near the base of Niagara Falls turned an alarming shade of black before
METRO digest
Traffic stop leads to drug charges AUSTINTOWN Township police said they discovered drugs in the
Y’town schools CEO sends clear message to city BOE
Editorial: Youngstown schools Chief Executive Officer Krish Mohip’s naming of Joseph Meranto as the district’s
Two Ursuline Sisters celebrate 50th anniversaries in August
Canfield The Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown will celebrate the golden jubilees of Sisters Therese
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1236.420.78 Aqua America, .71
Can curcumin counteract problems from statins?
Q. I am caught in a dilemma. I have Type 1 diabetes and heart disease. After I got two stents in
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Randy Newman: Tonight on “Late
around the horn
around the horn Monday’s other MLB games AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 7, Tigers 3 NEW YORK
Family of man left at Taco Bell settles suit
Associated Press DELAWARE, OHIO The family of a drunken man dropped off at a Taco Bell by Ohio
US hospitals set record for fast heart attack care
Associated Press There’s never been a better time to be treated for a heart attack. U.S. hospitals
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Heather Morgan and Michael Hickle, Hubbard, boy, July 30.
Russia urges US to fix ties as it cuts US diplomatic staff
Associated Press MOSCOW Amid a major diplomatic retaliation unseen since the Cold War era,
2 boys charged in theft of bicycle
2 boys charged in theft of bicycle BOARDMAN Two Youngstown boys face felony charges in
Jury begins deliberating Shkreli case
Associated Press NEW YORK A jury began deliberations Monday at the federal securities fraud
Canada shows the way
Opinion: By Heather Moore People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Know what would really make
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